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headshot

noun

Simple meaning

A one-page, double-sided resume of an actor, made up of the actor's photograph on one side and their curriculum vitae on the other.

Pronunciation

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IPA pronunciation (US)

ˈhɛdʃɑt

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Definition

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noun

  1. A one-page, double-sided resume of an actor, consisting of the actor's photograph (usually of the head and shoulders) on one side and their curriculum vitae on the other.

  2. A photograph of a person's head

  3. A shot aimed at a person's head

  4. A portrait for branding or social media.

  5. An attempt to put the soccer ball into the net by using the head

  6. A gunshot to the head.

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