Meaning
baton, truncheon
- A short, heavy stick carried as a weapon by police officers or security personnel.
In a sentence
Gli agenti antisommossa erano dotati di scudo e manganello.
The riot police officers were equipped with shields and batons.
La guardia giurata teneva il manganello agganciato alla cintura.
The security guard kept his baton attached to his belt.
È vietato portare un manganello in pubblico senza autorizzazione.
It is forbidden to carry a baton in public without authorization.
Word forms (2)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| manganello | masculine · singular |
| manganelli | masculine · plural |
Usage notes
- Often carries strong political connotations in Italian history and protest reporting.