monument . ( Of the lat. )( monumentum ). 1. m. work public and clear, like a statue, an inscription or a tomb, placed in memory of a heroic action or else singular. 2. m. construction that has artistic, archaeological and historical value, etc. 3. m. object or document useful for history, or the investigation of any fact. 4. d. scientific, artistic or literary work that is memorable for its exceptional merit. 5. m. work in which a corpse is buried. 6. m. BARROW, altar on Maundy Thursday is formed in the churches, by placing it in a small way to grave Ark, the second host enshrined in the mass of the day, to set aside until the offices of good Friday, which is consumed. 7. m. Colloq. Person of great beauty and well supplied physically. monument national. 1. m. artwork or building that takes under its protection the State.