Meaning of the word meta in English

What does meta mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

meta

US /ˈmet̬.ə/
UK /ˈmet.ə/

Adjective

referring to itself or to the conventions of its genre; self-referential

Example:
The film was a meta-commentary on the superhero genre.
It's a very meta joke, only funny if you understand the context.