Mu"ni*ment (?), n. [L. munimentum, fr. munire to fortify. See Munition.]

1.

The act of supporting or defending.

[Obs.]

2.

That which supports or defends; stronghold; place or means of defense; munition; assistance.

"Other muniments and petty helps."

Shak.

3. Law

A record; the evidences or writings whereby a man is enabled to defend the title to his estate; title deeds and papers.

Blount.

Muniment house or room, that room in a cathedral, castle, or other public building, which is used for keeping the records, charters, seals, deeds, and the like. Gwilt.

 

© Webster 1913.

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