Tower of Babel

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Definition Noun : 1. A legendary structure from the Bible : Refers to the tower described in the Book of Genesis (11:1-11), which was built by the descendants of Noah in the land of Shinar (often associated with Babylon) in an attempt to reach heaven. According to the story, God thwarted their plan by confusing their single language into many, causing them to scatter across the earth. 2. A scen...