national monument
national monument · national monuments
A man-made structure, site, or natural feature that is designated as important to a…A man-made structure, site, or natural feature that is designated as important to a country's heritage or national identity and is protected as such.
» The church became property of the state and was declared a national monument.
Meaning
1 sensesA man-made structure, site, or natural feature that is designated as important to a country's heritage or national identity and is protected as such.
More definitions
- memorial consisting of a structure or natural landmark of historic interest; set aside by national government for preservation and public enjoyment
Examples
3 sentencesThe church became property of the state and was declared a national monument.
Let us go to DC to see the national monument!
The Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument is larger than all of America’s national parks combined!
Forms
plural: national monuments| Singular | national monument |
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