# metamemory

> English word · Noun

## Definitions
1. A type of metacognition, encompassing both the introspective knowledge of one's own memory capabilities (and strategies that can aid memory) and the processes involved in memory self-monitoring.

## Etymology
From meta- + memory.

## Source
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