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TONY
Etymology
The statuettes awarded by the American Theatre Wing are formally known as Antoinette Perry Awards for Excellence in Theatre; they are named for Antoinette Perry, an actress, director, producer and co-founder of the American Theatre Wing, who was nicknamed Tony.
Proper noun
Tony
A male given name, a short form of Anthony/Antony
A female given name
Noun
Tony (plural Tonys or Tonies)
Any of the statuettes awarded by the American Theatre Wing.
Etymology 1
Adjective
tony (comparative tonier, superlative toniest)
Stylish, high-toned, upscale.
Etymology 2
Noun
tony (plural tonies)
(archaic) A simpleton.
Source: Wiktionary
To"ny, n.; pl. Tonies. Etym: [Abbrev. from Anthony.]
Definition: A simpleton. L'Estrange. A pattern and companion fit For all the keeping tonies of the pit. Dryden.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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