Dictionary Check: baton

"baton" is a valid word!

Scrabble 7 points
Words with Friends 9 points

Definition

noun

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

Synonyms:
noun

a short stout club used primarily by policemen

noun

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

noun

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

noun

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

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