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A police nightstick used originally in Baltimore, Maryland. An espantoon differs from a nightstick in its attached leather hand strap from the espantoon can be swung.
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espantoon — es·pan·toon … English syllables
espantoon — ˌeˌspan.ˈtün noun ( s) Etymology: alteration of espontoon in Baltimore : a policeman s club … Useful english dictionary
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