Usage Note
Babilonese functions as both a noun ('a Babylonian') and an adjective ('Babylonian'). Like all adjectives ending in -ese, it is invariable for gender in the singular: un re babilonese, una città babilonese. The plural adds -i for masculine and feminine alike. It is used in historical and biblical contexts.
Examples
"L'arte babilonese è famosa per i suoi bassorilievi."
Natural Translation
Babylonian art is famous for its bas-reliefs.

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