Meta
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈmɛtə/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Meta is a noun meaning (video games) Clipping of metagame.
Meaning
(video games) Clipping of metagame.
More Meanings
- (informal) Clipping of metaoidioplasty.
- (informal) Clipping of metamour.
- (informal) Self-referential; structured analogously (structured by relationships), but at a higher level.
- (video games) Prominent in the metagame; effective and frequently used in competitive gameplay.
- Boundary marker.
- (fandom slang) Clipping of metanalysis: metanalysis or metacommentary focused on media, fandom, or related topics, typically presented as an essay or dialogue.
- (historical) Either of the conical columns at each end of an Ancient Roman circus.
Example Sentences
[…] in finessing obligations you fail a "meta" kind of obligation.
I don't think the character will be part of the meta even with the recent buffs.
Many metas on Tumblr incorporate GIFs of scenes they are referencing as well as screencaps.
Suppose you have a genie that grants you three wishes. If you wish for infinite wishes, that is a meta wish.
Word Forms
- metas
- metae
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include objective, benchmark, vision, destination, purpose, deadline.
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