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Uncommonbaton
The correct spelling is baton.
How to pronounce baton
/ˈbætɒn/
nounIPA: /ˈbætɒn/
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The correct spelling is baton. A staff or truncheon, used for various purposes For example: "the baton of a field marshal"
Usage Examples
“the baton of a field marshal”
Meanings
noun
- 1.A staff or truncheon, used for various purposes
- 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).
- 5.An abatement in coats of arms to denote illegitimacy. (Also spelled batune, baston).
verb
- 1.To strike with a baton.
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