"EGOT" meaning in English

See EGOT in All languages combined, or Wiktionary

Proper name

Etymology: Initialism, coined by actor Philip Michael Thomas. Etymology templates: {{coin|en|Philip Michael Thomas|nobycat=1|nocap=1|occ=actor}} coined by actor Philip Michael Thomas Head templates: {{en-proper noun}} EGOT
  1. Four major annual US entertainment awards: the Emmy, Grammy, Oscar and Tony. Wikipedia link: List of people who have won Academy, Emmy, Grammy, and Tony Awards
    Sense id: en-EGOT-en-name-sJ41Ujpu Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header, Pages with 1 entry, Pages with entries
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