baton (Noun) — A thin tapered rod used by a conductor to lead an orchestra or choir.
baton (Noun) — A short stout club used primarily by policemen.
baton (Noun) — A short staff carried by some officials to symbolize an office or an authority.
baton (Noun) — A hollow metal rod that is wielded or twirled by a drum major or drum majorette.
baton (Noun) — A hollow cylinder passed from runner to runner in a relay race.