transcription, транскрипция: [ ˈka-mē-ˌō ]
noun
( plural -eos )
Etymology: Middle English camew, from Middle French camau, kamaheu
Date: 15th century
1.
a. : a gem carved in relief ; especially : a small piece of sculpture on a stone or shell cut in relief in one layer with another contrasting layer serving as background
b. : a small medallion with a profiled head in relief
2. : a carving or sculpture made in the manner of a cameo
3. : a usually brief literary or filmic piece that brings into delicate or sharp relief the character of a person, place, or event
4. : a small theatrical role usually performed by a well-known actor and often limited to a single scene ; broadly : a brief appearance or role
• cameo adjective
• cameo transitive verb