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Babylon

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Bab·​y·​lon | \ ˈba-bə-ˌlän How to pronounce Babylon (audio) , -lən \

Definition of Babylon

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: a city devoted to materialism and sensual pleasure

Babylon

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Bab·​y·​lon | \ ˈba-bə-lən How to pronounce Babylon (audio) , -ˌlän \

Definition of Babylon (Entry 2 of 2)

ancient city and capital of Babylonia

Note: The site of Babylon is about 55 miles (89 kilometers) south of Baghdad near the Euphrates River.

— see also babylonian

First Known Use of Babylon

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14th century, in the meaning defined above

History and Etymology for Babylon

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Babylon, ancient city of Babylonia

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“Babylon.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Babylon. Accessed 24 Feb. 2021.

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