Baton (noun)

1. A thin, pointed stick used by a conductor to direct an orchestra or choir.
2. A stick or rod passed from one runner to another in a relay race.
3. A stick or rod used by a leader of a march, parade or demonstration.
4. A police officer's truncheon or club.

Origin:

From the french word "baton" meaning "stick or wand".

Examples:

1. The conductor raised his baton to begin the symphony.
2. He passed the baton to his team mate.
3. The parade organizer was carrying a baton.
4. The police officer pulled out his baton to control the crowd.
5. The baton was made of wood and had a small white tip.