baton
Pronunciation:
/ˈbætɒn//bəˈtɑn/noun
Definitions
A staff or truncheon, used for various purposes
Example: the baton of a field marshal
The stick of a conductor in musical performances.
An object transferred by runners in a relay race.
A short stout club used primarily by policemen; a truncheon (UK).
Synonyms:billy clubnightstick
verb
Definitions
To strike with a baton.