Babylon
7 lettersnounmoderateUpdated June 2026
Definition
The ancient capital city of the Babylonian empire on the River Euphrates in Mesopotamia, renowned throughout antiquity for its grandeur and luxury.
“The hanging gardens of Babylon were counted among the seven wonders of the ancient world.”
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bab·y·lon
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