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.