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nightstick

/ˈnaɪts.tɪk/ noun · British & US
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What does nightstick mean?

noun

A wooden or metal club used by police officers to enforce discipline or to defend themselves. It is typically carried on a belt or in a holster.

Example

"The officer used his nightstick to break up the fight in the crowded bar."

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