BATON

Definition

1. noun a thin tapered rod used by a conductor to lead an orchestra or choir. — synonyms: wand
2. noun a short stout club used primarily by policemen. — synonyms: truncheon, nightstick, billy, billystick, billy_club
3. noun a short staff carried by some officials to symbolize an office or an authority.
4. noun a hollow metal rod that is wielded or twirled by a drum major or drum majorette.
5. noun a hollow cylinder passed from runner to runner in a relay race.