1. A structure or building that is of historical importance or interest
The Statue of Liberty is one of the most famous monuments in the United States.
A Estátua da Liberdade é um dos monumentos mais famosos dos Estados Unidos.
2. A statue, building, or other structure erected to commemorate a notable person or event
They built a monument to honor the soldiers who died in the war.
Construíram um monumento para homenagear os soldados que morreram na guerra.
3. Something that is a notable example or reminder of something
This building is a monument to architectural excellence.
Este edifício é um monumento à excelência arquitetônica.