Cameoing

/ˈkæmioɪŋ/ verb

Definition

Present participle of cameo: appearing briefly or in a small role, especially as a special guest or surprise appearance.

Etymology

From cameo, itself from Italian cammeo (carved gem). The gerund form (-ing) transforms the noun or verb into its continuous/ongoing form.

Kelly Says

Celebrity cameoing has become a major strategy in modern movies and TV shows—directors use surprise guest appearances to generate social media buzz and reward dedicated fans who stay through credits.

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