ouroboric

/ɔɹəˈbɔɹɪk/

ouroboric

English Adj
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Definition

Self-referring, self-reflexive, self-consuming; recursive

Etymology

* ouroboros + -ic

Example Sentences

  • "What could be more ouroboric than members of the media who specialize in blaming the media."
  • "Going back in time and becoming one's own grandfather is a rather ouroboric endeavour"
  • "Like the ouroboric serpent which bites its own tail, the spinal column brings the mysteries of language and sexuality, mouth and genitals together."
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