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.
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