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Headstone? (5)

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cameo

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'headstone?' is the definition.
The answer and definition can be both man-made objects as well as being singular nouns.
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(Other definitions for cameo that I've seen before include "Something small but well done - say role in play" , "Small but interesting role" , "relief work" , "Medallion with a profile carved in relief" , "Ornament or miniature performance" .)

I've seen this clue in The Sun.
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