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monument

/ˈmɒnjʊmənt/

Meanings
  • noun

    A large structure, built as a tribute or in commemoration of a person or event, typically one that is permanently raised and installed for public view.


Pronunciation
  1. /ˈmɑnjəmənt/



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Rhymes
Words rhyming with monument
tombstone , stone , gone , mortar , chalice , vase , grace
Variants
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monument , monuments , Monument Valley , national monument , national monuments , African Burial Ground National Monument , Agate Fossil Beds National Monument , Alibates Flint Quarries National Monument , Aztec Ruins National Monument , Bandelier National Monument , Booker T. Washington National Monument , Buck Island Reef National Monument
Etymology
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From Old French monumens 'remembrance, reminder', from monumer 'to remind, commemorate'.


Trivia
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  1. The Taj Mahal in India is considered the most famous monument in the world.

  2. The Washington Monument in the United States is the tallest stone structure in the world.

  3. The Colosseum in Rome is the largest amphitheater ever built.


Related Concepts
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  1. landmark: A monument or other distinctive feature that serves as a recognizable symbol or reference point.

  2. memorial: A monument or other structure erected in memory of a person or event.


Culture
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Monuments are often built to commemorate important historical events, people, or achievements. They serve as reminders of the past and can be sources of inspiration and education. Monuments have been used in literature, art, music, and other forms of expression to explore themes of history, memory, and identity.

How to Memorize "monument"

  1. visualize

    - Visualize the monument as a large, impressive structure. Imagine the details of its design and the materials used in its construction. Picture yourself standing in front of it, taking in its size and grandeur.

  2. associate

    - Associate the monument with important historical figures or events. Think about the significance of the monument and the message it conveys.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the acronym MOMENT to remember the meaning of monument: Memorial Or Marker Of Notable Events And People.


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