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baton

[bəˈtɑːn]

baton Definition

  • 1a thin stick used by a conductor to direct an orchestra or choir
  • 2a short stick or tube passed from runner to runner in a relay race
  • 3an official staff borne either as a weapon or as an emblem of authority or privilege

Using baton: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "baton" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The conductor raised his baton and the orchestra began to play.

  • Example

    The relay team passed the baton smoothly from one runner to the next.

  • Example

    The police officer carried a baton as part of his uniform.

baton Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for baton

Phrases with baton

  • to transfer responsibility or authority from one person to another

    Example

    The CEO is retiring and will pass the baton to her successor next month.

  • to take over a task or responsibility from someone else

    Example

    After the project manager left, I had to take up the baton and lead the team.

  • to be responsible for a particular task or duty

    Example

    As the head of marketing, she carries the baton for promoting our products.

Origins of baton

from French 'bâton', meaning 'stick'

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Summary: baton in Brief

A 'baton' [bəˈtɑːn] is a thin stick used by a conductor to direct an orchestra or choir, or a short stick passed from runner to runner in a relay race. It can also refer to an official staff borne as a weapon or emblem of authority or privilege. Phrases like 'pass the baton' and 'take up the baton' are used to denote the transfer of responsibility or authority from one person to another.

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