n. [ Cf. L. munire to fortify. ] Means of defense; fortification. [ Obs. ] Spenser. [ 1913 Webster ]
n. [ L. munificentia: cf. F. munificence. ] The quality or state of being munificent; a giving or bestowing with extraordinary liberality; generous bounty; lavish generosity.
The virtues of liberality and munificence. Addison. [ 1913 Webster ]