‖n. [ F., a babbler. ] (Zool.) The lesser whitethroat of Europe; -- called also
n. [ From Dr. Babbington. ] (Min.) A mineral occurring in triclinic crystals approaching pyroxene in angle, and of a greenish black color. It is a silicate of iron, manganese, and lime. [ 1913 Webster ]
a. Like a babe; a childish; babyish. [ R. ] “Babish imbecility.” Drayton. --
n. A believer in Babism. [ 1913 Webster ]