Baton Meaning
/ˈbætɒn/Definition, CEFR level B2, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
nounA staff or truncheon, used for various purposes.
nounA ceremonial staff of a field marshal or a similar high-ranking military office.
Sentence Examples
The band played marvellously under the baton of a new conductor.
A runner must pass the baton in a relay race.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The conductor raised his ____ to start the orchestra's performance.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The conductor raised his ____, and the whole orchestra began to play.
Word Origin & History
From French bâton. Doublet of baston.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The conductor raised his ____ to start the orchestra's performance.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The conductor raised his ____, and the whole orchestra began to play.