Definitions for national monument
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Random House Webster's College Dictionary
na′tional mon′ument(n.)
a historic site or natural landmark maintained in the public interest by the federal government.
Category: Government
Origin of national monument:
1905–10
Princeton's WordNet
national monument(noun)
memorial consisting of a structure or natural landmark of historic interest; set aside by national government for preservation and public enjoyment
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