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cameo
[kam-ee-oh]
noun
plural
cameosa technique of engraving upon a gem or other stone, as onyx, in such a way that an underlying stone of one color is exposed as a background for a low-relief design of another color.
a gem or other stone so engraved.
a literary sketch, small dramatic scene, or the like, that effectively presents or depicts its subject.
His collection of poetry gives us cameos of contemporary life that we can all readily identify with.
Also called cameo role.Ģża minor part played by a prominent performer or celebrity in a single scene of a motion picture, play, or television show.
verb (used without object)
to appear in a cameo role, as in a motion picture.
Sheās starred or cameoed in five films by the same director.
cameo
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noun
a medallion, as on a brooch or ring, with a profile head carved in relief
( as modifier )
a cameo necklace
an engraving upon a gem or other stone of at least two differently coloured layers, such as sardonyx, so carved that the background is of a different colour from the raised design
a stone with such an engraving
a single and often brief dramatic scene played by a well-known actor or actress in a film or television play
( as modifier )
a cameo role
a short literary work or dramatic sketch
( as modifier )
a cameo sketch
51³Ō¹Ļ History and Origins
Origin of cameo1
51³Ō¹Ļ History and Origins
Origin of cameo1
Example Sentences
"It's getting done," said Cherki on the transfer situation after his cameo against Spain.
And in true fashion, Angels World Series MVP Troy Glaus made a surprise cameo as a pinch hitter.
A surprise cameo from Lizzo paid alms to their long friendship, and a bawdy slice of her verse from Drakeās āRich Baby Daddyā proved she can own even a nemesisā material with her charisma.
āOvercompensatingā doesnāt necessarily need this duoās star power, given that the series boasts cameo appearances by Charli XCX and Megan Fox, and features a slew of cast members with significant online followings.
The next two batters struck out and the Dodgers lost the game, but the cameo performance was a preview of what was to come.
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