cameo
nounHow to pronounce cameo:
Definition of cameo:
- cameo (noun):
- a gem carved in relief (see relief entry 1 sense 6)
- engraving or carving in low relief on a stone (as in a brooch or ring).
- a small piece of sculpture on a stone or shell cut in relief in one layer with another contrasting layer serving as background
Synonyms for cameo:
brilliantcabochonjewelrypastetrinketbaguettesolitairebaublescarabAntonyms for cameo:
cutscratchedetchedinscribedscoredchasedengravedcarvedOther 3-syllable words like cameo
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