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Webster 1913 Edition
Muniment
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 room
or Muniment house
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 1828 Edition
Muniment
MU'NIMENT
,Noun.
1.
A fortification of any kind; a strong hold; a place of defense.2.
Support; defense.3.
Record; a writing by which claims and rights are defended or maintained. Termes de la ley.