metalanguage (noun)

1. In the world of comics, metalanguage is often utilized to explain the relationship between speech bubbles and the characters' dialogue.

2. When creating a fantasy language for a fictional world, authors make use of metalanguage to describe the grammar and phonetics of that language.

3. In animated cartoons, metalanguage is employed to illustrate how characters' expressions and body language can convey emotions and actions.

4. In horror literature, metalanguage is employed to analyze the use of suspense, pacing, and imagery to create a sense of fear and dread.