Definitions

1. noun

a stick or rod carried by a person, especially as a symbol of office or authority, or as a signal in a performance or competition

“The mayor carried a golden baton as a symbol of his office.”

2. noun

a short, usually cylindrical, piece of wood, metal, or plastic used as a handle in a tool or a musical instrument

“The drummer used a long baton to hit the cymbals.”

3. noun

a section of a newspaper or magazine

“The editor-in-chief was responsible for the entertainment baton.”

4. verb

to take control of a situation or a project

“The new manager will baton the project and make sure it’s completed on time.”