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monumen hidup

noun

LanguageIndonesian (Indonesia)

Meaning
  1. living monument (a dynamic, evolving tribute that keeps history alive through community engagement, cultural practices, or individuals embodying a legacy, contrasting traditional static monuments by emphasizing relevance, interaction, and ongoing meaning, rather than just physical objects)
  2. living monument
  3. A living monument is a tribute that stays relevant through ongoing community involvement or cultural practices rather than just being a physical object.
Examples

Tradisi lisan masyarakat setempat dianggap sebagai monumen hidup yang menjaga sejarah.

The oral traditions of the local community are considered a living monument that preserves history.

Part of speechnoun

Usage noteThis term contrasts with static structures by emphasizing ongoing community interaction.

Status: Adapted from English Wiktionary — awaiting native speaker review

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