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Baton (law enforcement)
WordNet
noun
(1) A thin tapered rod used by a conductor to lead an orchestra or choir
(2) A hollow cylinder passed from runner to runner in a relay race
(3) A hollow metal rod that is wielded or twirled by a drum major or drum majorette
(4) A short staff carried by some officials to symbolize an office or an authority
(5) A short stout club used primarily by policemen
WiktionaryText
Noun
- A staff or truncheon, used for various purposes; as, the baton of a field marshal; the baton of a conductor in musical performances.
- An object transferred by runners in a relay race.
- An abatement in coats of arms to denote illegitimacy. (Also spelled batune, baston).