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cameos

[/ˈkæm.i.oʊz/]
nounpl: cameos
camafeus
1. A small character role in a film, television show, or play, typically played by a notable actor or public figure
The movie featured several celebrity cameos throughout the film.
O filme apresentava vários camafeus de celebridades ao longo do filme.
2. Carved gemstones or shells with a design in relief, often mounted as jewelry or decoration
She inherited a collection of antique cameos from her grandmother.
Ela herdou uma coleção de camafeus antigos de sua avó.
3. Brief, memorable appearances or sketches
The comedian's cameos on the variety show were always hilarious.
Os camafeus do comediante no programa de variedades eram sempre hilariantes.
Synonyms
guest appearancesbit partswalk-onsbrief roles
Antonyms
leading rolesmain partsprincipal roles

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
camafeus
Most common term in Brazilian Portuguese
Portugal
camafeus
Standard usage in European Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

steal the show (even in a cameo)
make a cameo appearance
famous for cameos
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