metatype
/mɪˈtɪpeɪt/Definitions
1. noun
A type of type that is itself a type, especially in object-oriented programming; a type that is used to classify other types.
“The metatype system allows developers to create and manage custom data types.”
2. noun
A category or class of things that are similar in nature or characteristics, often used in philosophical or literary contexts.
“The concept of metatype is explored in depth in the novel to examine the nature of reality.”