tony
high-toned; stylish: a tony nightclub.
Origin of tony
1Other definitions for Tony (2 of 3)
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 of Tony
2Other definitions for Tony (3 of 3)
a male given name, form of Anthony.
a female given name, form of Antoinette or Antonia.
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How to use tony in a sentence
The first Tonys was notable because Bret Michaels was nearly decapitated through a gross lack of rehearsal on his part.
Oscars Host Neil Patrick Harris on His Best and Worst Emcee Moments (VIDEO) | Neil Patrick Harris | October 15, 2014 | THE DAILY BEASTThe Tonys were a riot of musical numbers and emotional speeches.
Hugh Jackman's Tony Jumping Fail, Plus the Winners and Standout Moments of Broadway's Biggest Night | Tim Teeman | June 9, 2014 | THE DAILY BEASTHow could a performance so brilliant eight times a week on Broadway be so weirdly off at the Tonys?
Opening Number There's a reason people get excited when Neil Patrick Harris is announced as Tonys host.
Neil Patrick Harris and Best Moments of the 2013 Tony Awards (VIDEO) | Kevin Fallon | June 10, 2013 | THE DAILY BEAST“Nothing would make us prouder than to have more Tonys than any other show on Broadway,” the producers mockingly said.
The Tony Awards Are About a Lot More Than Theatrical Excellence | Janice Kaplan | June 6, 2012 | THE DAILY BEAST
Following Tonys example, they stood up when the ladies filed out of the room, led by Rosina Steptoe.
The Motor Maids Across the Continent | Katherine StokesShe looked at him with a curious intentness, for Tonys face was haggard, and a horrible fear came upon the man as she did so.
The Dust of Conflict | David Goodger (goodger@python.org)The girl did very little to repulse him, in fact scarcely more than lift her eyes, but Tonys arm fell to his side.
The Dust of Conflict | David Goodger (goodger@python.org)There was also a little more color than usual in her cheeks, but her eyes were steady, which Tonys were not.
The Dust of Conflict | David Goodger (goodger@python.org)There was a little murmur, and a gray-haired farmer, who was a legatee, also shook Tonys hand.
The Dust of Conflict | David Goodger (goodger@python.org)
British Dictionary definitions for tony (1 of 2)
/ (ˈtəʊnɪ) /
US and Canadian informal stylish or distinctive; classy
Origin of tony
1British Dictionary definitions for Tony (2 of 2)
/ (ˈtəʊnɪ) /
any of several medallions awarded annually in the United States by a professional school for the performing arts for outstanding achievement in the theatre
Origin of Tony
2Collins English Dictionary - Complete & Unabridged 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012
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