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Baton

Noun

Sense 1: A thin stick or rod used by musicians to conduct an orchestra or a choir.

Example sentences:
- The conductor raised his baton and the musicians began to play.
- She kept her eyes on the baton as she led the choir in a beautiful performance.

Noun

Sense 2: A short stick or club used as a weapon or for self-defense.

Example sentences:
- The police officer held a baton while managing the crowd during the protest.
- In martial arts class, they taught us how to defend ourselves using a baton.

Noun

Sense 3: A slender rod passed from runner to runner in a relay race.

Example sentences:
- The sprinter grabbed the baton from his teammate and dashed towards the finish line.
- The relay team practiced their handoffs to ensure a smooth exchange of the baton.

Noun

Sense 4: A stick-like object used in rhythmic gymnastics.

Example sentences:
- The gymnast twirled the baton effortlessly, showcasing her precision and skill.
- The rhythmic gymnastics event at the Olympics includes routines with a baton.

Verb

Sense 1: To pass or transfer something from one person to another using a baton.

Example sentences:
- In the relay race, each runner must baton the slender rod smoothly to the next person in line.
- She batoned the documents over to her colleague, ensuring a quick handover.

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