Monument Definition

monument
noun
  1. a structure erected to commemorate persons or events
  2. an important site that is marked and preserved as public property
  3. a burial vault (usually for some famous person)

"Monument" in song lyrics

See how monument is used in real songs:

  • "Infinite and intricate, monument"
    Afu-Ra — Monotony
  • "Raised to give praise, the stone image is monument"
    Cilvaringz — Damascus
  • "So wise when his own died with no monument"
    DJ KaySlay & Greg Street f/ Busta Rhymes, Papoose, Razah, Remy Ma & Shaq Diesel — Can't Stop the Reign 2006 (Remix)

Usage tips for "monument"

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