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ton⋅y

[toh-nee]
–adjective, ton⋅i⋅er, ton⋅i⋅est. Informal.
high-toned; stylish: a tony nightclub.

Origin:
1875–80, Americanism; tone + -y 1

To⋅ny

[toh-nee]
–noun, plural -nys.
one of a group of awards made annually by the American Theatre Wing, a professional school for the performing arts, for achievements in theatrical production and performance.

Origin:
after the nickname of Antoinette Perry

To⋅ny

[toh-nee]
–noun
1. a male given name, form of Anthony.
2. a female given name, form of Antoinette or Antonia.
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ton·y also ton·ey   (tō'nē)   
adj.   ton·i·er, ton·i·est Informal
Marked by an elegant or exclusive manner or quality: a tony country club.

[From tone.]
To·ny   (tō'nē)   
n.   pl. To·nys
An annual award for outstanding achievement in the theater.

[After Tony, nickname of Antoinette Perry.]
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