"Phony Stark" meaning in All languages combined

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Proper name [English]

Etymology: Blend of phony (“fraudulent or fake”) + Tony Stark, referencing the fictional business magnate, inventor, and playboy from the Marvel franchise. Etymology templates: {{blend|en|phony|Tony Stark|t1=fraudulent or fake}} Blend of phony (“fraudulent or fake”) + Tony Stark Head templates: {{en-proper noun|head=Phony Stark}} Phony Stark
  1. (derogatory) A nickname for South African-born tech entrepreneur Elon Musk. Wikipedia link: Marvel Comics, Tony Stark Tags: derogatory Categories (topical): Elon Musk, Individuals, Marvel Comics, Nicknames of individuals Synonyms: Elmo, Elno, Elongated Muskrat, Space Karen
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