Baton
/bəˈtɒn/
A thin stick used for conducting, racing, or as a weapon.
Examples
- She handed the baton to the next runner in the relay.
- He was carrying a wooden baton during the protest.
- They will have batons displayed in the museum.
- The conductor lifted baton to signal the orchestra.
- The police officer tapped his baton against the desk.
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