cameo

• Camée : petit bijou ou ornement taillé en relief dans une pierre précieuse, une coquille ou un verre, représentant souvent un profil ou une scène ; par extension, une apparition brève d'une personne célèbre dans un film ou une pièce.

A noun referring to a piece of jewelry or carving featuring a design or figure in low relief, typically on a gemstone or shell.

1. Engraving or carving in low reliefB2formal

   A piece of jewelry or ornament featuring a design carved in low relief on a gemstone or shell, often depicting a profile or scene.

   Camée (bijou ou ornement)

   • She wore a beautiful cameo brooch depicting a Roman goddess.
   • The antique ring had a cameo carved from agate.
   • Collectors value cameos for their intricate craftsmanship.

2. Brief appearanceB1informal

   A short appearance or role by a well-known actor or celebrity in a film, play, or television show.

   Apparition brève d'une célébrité

   • The famous singer made a cameo in the movie.
   • He had a cameo appearance in the final episode.
   • The director's cameo was a fun surprise for fans.

   Synonymesbit part