\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.