| 释义 |
tony
I. noun
(-es)
Etymology: from Tony, nickname for Antony
obsolete : fool, simpleton
II. adjective
also toney \ˈtōnē, -ni\
(-er/-est)
Etymology: tone (II) + -y; influenced in meaning by ton (IV)
: high-toned, aristocratic, stylish
< introduced me to all his tony friends >
< very expensive tony restaurant >
: fashionable
< tony resort >
< tony suburb >
III. noun
(plural tonys)
Usage: usually capitalized
Etymology: after Tony, nickname of Antoinette Perry died 1946 American actress & producer
: any of several medallions awarded annually by a professional organization for notable performances in the theater |