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batons

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2 syllables
6 characters
English (US)
2syllables

batons

Hyphenation via the Knuth-Liang algorithm — result not verified against authoritative sources.

batons is a polysyllabic word with 2 syllables. Using the Knuth-Liang algorithm, we calculated the hyphenation for the word you’ve entered. However, this hyphenation has not been verified against authoritative sources and may be approximate. This is because the algorithm relies on pre-defined patterns that may not cover all exceptions, contextual variations, or irregular spellings. We are working to verify hyphenations against trusted sources to ensure greater accuracy. For now, batons is hyphenated as:

Definitions ofbatons

1noun
  • A staff or truncheon, used for various purposes

    Example: "the baton of a field marshal"

  • The stick of a conductor in musical performances.
  • An object transferred by runners in a relay race.
  • A short stout club used primarily by policemen; a truncheon (UK).

    Synonyms: "billy club", nightstick

  • An abatement in coats of arms to denote illegitimacy. (Also spelled batune, baston).
  • A riband with the ends cut off, resembling a baton, as shown on a coat of arms.
  • A short vertical lightweight post, not set into the ground, used to separate wires in a fence.

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