Simple Definition of tony

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tony

1 of 2

adjective

tonier; toniest
US, informal : very expensive and fashionable
tony private schools
a tony restaurant/hotel

Tony

2 of 2

noun

plural Tonys
: an award given every year in New York City for the best plays, actors, directors, etc., in the theater
She won a Tony (award) for her performance in the play.

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