n.

1. 元游戏（在进入游戏前的布局或准备）
   Players often discuss the metagame to decide the best strategy before starting.

   玩家们常常讨论元游戏，决定开始之前的最佳策略。

v.

1. 游戏前的布局、准备，进行元游戏
   I often metagame by choosing decks of cards that counter the popular strategies.

   我常会在游戏前布局，选择能够克制流行策略的牌组。