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meta Definition and Meaning in English (meta definition)

adjective
Synonyms:self-referentialself-aware
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Meta definition: Referring to itself or to the conventions of its own genre or category; self-referential.

Definitions of Meta

  1. 1adjective

    Referring to itself or to the conventions of its own genre or category; self-referential.

  2. 2adjective(colloquial)

    In gaming or competitive contexts, describing the most effective tactics or strategies currently available and widely used.

Example Sentences

“The film offered a meta-commentary on the superhero genre itself.”

“Choosing that character is currently the meta strategy in the game.”

Synonyms

self-referentialself-aware

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Meta definition: Referring to itself or to the conventions of its own genre or category; self-referential.
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'Meta' translates to 'meta' in English. Meta definition: Referring to itself or to the conventions of its own genre or category; self-referential.
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