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baton

The correct spelling is baton.

How to pronounce baton

/ˈbætɒn/
noun

IPA: /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. 1.A staff or truncheon, used for various purposes
  2. 2.The stick of a conductor in musical performances.
  3. 3.An object transferred by runners in a relay race.
  4. 4.A short stout club used primarily by policemen; a truncheon (UK).
  5. 5.An abatement in coats of arms to denote illegitimacy. (Also spelled batune, baston).

verb

  1. 1.To strike with a baton.

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