"of a high tone, affecting social elegance," 1877, American English slang, from tone (n.) + -y (2). It was the name of a reddish-brown fashion color in the 1920s.
Tony
1947, awards given by American Theatre Wing (New York), from nickname of U.S. actress, manager, and producer Antoinette Perry (1888-1946).
Tony
masc. proper name, short for Anthony. Tony Curtis, style of men's haircut (usually with a D.A. at the back), is from 1956, from screen name of U.S. film star Bernard Schwarz (1925-2010).
例文
1. Tony didn 't notice because he was too engrossed in his work.
トニーは自分の仕事に集中しすぎて気づかなかった。
2. Tony moaned in his sleep and then turned over on his side.
トニーは眠りの中でうめき声を上げ、ひっくり返した。
3. Tony also built his own house from his own plans.
トニーは自分で設計して家を建てた。
4. Tony had an upside-down map of Britain on his wall.