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