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bon ton

[ bon ton; French bawn tawn ]

Phonetic (Standard)IPA

noun

good or elegant form or style.
something regarded as fashionably correct:
The bon ton in this circle is to dress well and know influential people.
fashionable society.

bon ton

/ bɔ̃ tɔ̃ /

Origin of bon ton¹

1765–75; < French: literally, good tone. See boon ², tone

Origin of bon ton¹

literally: good tone

It's only in the capital that you find bon-ton and not a lot of provincial lubbers.

Sir John Trotley, who does not understand bon ton, thinks this sort of flirtation very objectionable.

To have your portrait painted by Reynolds was considered a proper "entree" into the "bon ton."

Mr. Keyts pronounced "Bon Ton" in his own fashion, but his contempt was ably and amply expressed.

The audience were pleased; especially the ladies; they like to recognise signs of bon ton in the details of the scene.

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