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Small part of stone carving (5)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

cameo

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This clue could be a double definition.

'small part' is the first definition.
(small part in a film)

'stone carving' is the second definition.
'cameo' can be an answer for 'carving' (cameo is a kind of carving). I'm unsure of the 'stone' bit.

'of' acts as a link.

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(Other definitions for cameo that I've seen before include "Small acting role; item of jewellery" , "Carved head on gem - short dramatic role for star" , "Ornament or miniature performance" , "Something small but well done - say role in play" , "Brief role" .)

I've seen this clue in The Globe and Mail.
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