Meaning of the word monument in English

What does monument mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

monument

US /ˈmɑːn.jə.mənt/

UK /ˈmɒn.jə.mənt/

a statue, building, or other structure erected to commemorate a notable person or event.

Example:

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The Washington Monument is a famous landmark in the United States.

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They built a monument to honor the fallen soldiers.

Synonym:

memorial statue pillar cenotaph mausoleum

a lasting evidence or reminder of something notable or great

Example:

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His work stands as a monument to human ingenuity.

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The treaty was a monument to their diplomatic efforts.

Synonym:

testament legacy tribute record landmark

Related Word:

monumental monumentally