Definitions

1. noun

A native or inhabitant of Babylon, especially one of the ancient Mesopotamian civilization.

“The archaeologists discovered a Babylonian tablet with intricate cuneiform writing.”

2. adjective

Relating to or characteristic of Babylon or its people.

“The Babylonian code of law was a significant discovery in ancient history.”

3. adjective

In literature, relating to the epic poem ‘The Epic of Gilgamesh’, which originated in ancient Babylonia.

“The Babylonian poem is considered one of the earliest surviving works of literature.”