What does truncheons mean?

A truncheon is a short, thick club, typically made of wood or rubber, used by police officers as a weapon.

Here are some other ways "truncheon" can be used:

* Figuratively: It can also be used figuratively to refer to anything that is used to force or control others, such as a political policy or a legal system.

* Historically: In the past, truncheons were also used by military personnel as a weapon.

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