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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.a 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.
She’s starred or cameoed in five films by the same director.
cameo
/ ˈæɪˌəʊ /
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
Word History and Origins
Origin of cameo1
Word 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 Drake’s “Rich Baby Daddy” proved she can own even a nemesis’ material with her charisma.
“Overcompensating” doesn’t necessarily need this duo’s 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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