Synonyms of baton

Noun


1. baton, wand, rod

usage: a thin tapered rod used by a conductor to lead an orchestra or choir

2. truncheon, nightstick, baton, billy, billystick, billy club, club

usage: a short stout club used primarily by policemen

3. baton, staff

usage: a short staff carried by some officials to symbolize an office or an authority

4. baton, rod

usage: a hollow metal rod that is wielded or twirled by a drum major or drum majorette

5. baton, sports implement

usage: a hollow cylinder passed from runner to runner in a relay race

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Definition and meaning of baton (Dictionary)