Tonk
noun
1.
a form of rummy for two or more players with deuces wild.
verb
1.
(informal) to strike with a heavy blow
noun
1.
(Austral, slang) an effete or effeminate man
verb
in sports, to defeat; also, to strike or hit powerfully
noun
abbreviation for honky-tonk
noun
a term of abuse for an idiot; also, a term of abuse for a homosexual
Usage Note
slang
toned
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