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meta

UK
/ˈmɛtə/
US
/ˈmɛtə/

Translations

metanoun
metas
pl
UK
/ˈmɛtə/
US
/ˈmɛtə/
The meta of the game has shifted significantly after the update.
Мета игры значительно изменилась после обновления.
Synonyms
metatheory
metaphysics
metanarrative
metadata
metaadjective
more meta
Comp.
most meta
Super.
UK
/ˈmɛtə/
US
/ˈmɛtə/
Additional translations
метафизический
мета-
Synonyms
self-referential
abstract
self-aware
reflective
transcendent

Definitions

metanoun
A term used to describe something that is self-referential or self-aware, often used in the context of art, literature, or media.
The movie was so meta, it included scenes where the characters were aware they were in a film.
(gaming, informal) The prevailing strategic trend or set of optimal tactics in a competitive game or environment.
After the latest patch, the meta in the tournament shifted to favor fast-moving characters.
Information about information; data that describes other data (metadata).
Before publishing the images, make sure the meta is stripped to protect privacy.
metaadjective
Referring to itself or to the conventions of its genre; self-referential.
The movie was so meta, constantly breaking the fourth wall and commenting on its own plot.
Abstract or operating at a higher level than the subject under discussion; transcending.
Let's not get bogged down in details—I'm talking about the meta view of the project.
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