'Muniment house' definitions:

Definition of 'Muniment house'

From: GCIDE
  • Muniment \Mu"ni*ment\, n. [L. munimentum, fr. munire to fortify. See Munition.]
  • 1. The act of supporting or defending. [Obs.] [1913 Webster]
  • 2. That which supports or defends; stronghold; place or means of defense; munition; assistance. "Other muniments and petty helps." --Shak. [1913 Webster]
  • 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. [1913 Webster]
  • 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. [1913 Webster]