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BATON

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 6 meanings of the word Baton.

How to pronounce baton:

US

Baton - as a noun

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

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
wand8

A short stout club used primarily by policemen

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
billy10billy clubbillysticknightstick20truncheon14

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

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

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

Baton - as a verb

To strike with a baton.

Example Sentences

"The conductor waved his baton to signal the start of the symphony."
"The police officer relied on her baton for self-defense."
"The baton was passed from runner to runner during the relay race."
"The drum major twirled the baton skillfully during the halftime show."
"The magician used a baton to make the rabbit disappear."
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Word Game Points

Is BATON a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, baton is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

BATON has a SCRABBLE points total of 7.

Is BATON a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, baton is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
BATON has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 9.

Is BATON a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, baton is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
BATON has a WORDFEUD points total of 8.

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