01 n. The act of supporting or defending.
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1.
The act of supporting or defending.[Obs.]
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2.
That which supports or defends; stronghold; place or means of defense; munition; assistance.
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3.
A record; the evidences or writings whereby a man is enabled to defend the title to his estate; title deeds and papers.(Law)
Phrases & compounds
Muniment room —
that room in a cathedral, castle, or other public building, which is used for keeping the records, charters, seals, deeds, and the like.