Muniment

mū′ni-ment, n. that which fortifies: that which defends: a stronghold: place or means of defence: defence: ( law ) a record fortifying or making good a claim, title-deeds, or charters—preserved in Muniment chests , rooms , or houses : any article carefully preserved for its interest or value.— p.adj. Mun′iting ( Bacon ), fortifying, strengthening.— n. Muni′tion , materials used in war: military stores of all kinds: ( B. ) stronghold, fortre . [Fr.,—L. muni mentum , from munīre , -itum , to fortify— mænia , walls.]