adj
Babylonian
ba-bih-LOH-nih-uhn
Babylonian (adj) means relating to the ancient city of Babylon or its empire. Example: “The tablets record Babylonian laws on trade and property.”
adj
1
Relating to the ancient city of Babylon or its empire.
"The tablets record Babylonian laws on trade and property."
2
Extravagant, decadent, or excessive, evoking the popular image of ancient Babylon.
"The party was Babylonian in scale, with fountains of champagne."
noun
1
A person from ancient Babylon or the wider region of Babylonia.
"The Babylonians developed one of the earliest number systems."
How to use Babylonian
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishRelating to ancient Babylon, or (loosely) describing something lavishly excessive.
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Etymology
From Latin Babylonius, itself from the Greek form of "Babylon," plus the adjective ending "-ian."
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What does “Babylonian” mean?
The word “Babylonian” means relating to the ancient city of Babylon or its empire. In plain terms, relating to ancient Babylon, or (loosely) describing something lavishly excessive.
How do you pronounce “Babylonian”?
“Babylonian” is pronounced ba-bih-LOH-nih-uhn (/bæbɪˈloʊnɪ.ən/ in IPA).
How do you use “Babylonian” in a sentence?
Here is “Babylonian” used in a sentence: “The tablets record Babylonian laws on trade and property.”
What part of speech is “Babylonian”?
Depending on how it is used, “Babylonian” can be an adjective and a noun.
Where does the word “Babylonian” come from?
The word “Babylonian” comes from Latin. From Latin Babylonius, itself from the Greek form of "Babylon," plus the adjective ending "-ian.".
How many meanings does “Babylonian” have?
“Babylonian” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: relating to the ancient city of Babylon or its empire.
