# metareference

> English word · Noun

## Definitions
1. A technique in metafiction whereby a character displays awareness of being part of a dramatic work.

## Etymology
From meta- + reference.

## Source
Compiled from Wiktionary via kaikki.org (CC BY-SA). Data vintage: 2026-05-06.
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