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Meaning of baton

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

baton

Pronunciation:/ˈbætɒn//bəˈtɑn/

noun

Definitions

  1. A staff or truncheon, used for various purposes

    Example: the baton of a field marshal

  2. The stick of a conductor in musical performances.

  3. An object transferred by runners in a relay race.

  4. A short stout club used primarily by policemen; a truncheon (UK).

    Synonyms:billy clubnightstick

verb

Definitions

  1. To strike with a baton.