The Tower of Babel is an etymological database project linked to global lexicostatistical resources.

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About StarlingDB

StarlingDB is the website for The Tower of Babel, an etymological database project. It is a web-based research and study tool. The project title is shown as The Tower of Babel, and the homepage presents it as a starting point for consulting etymological data.

From the homepage, users can select a start link to enter the database. The project is presented in conjunction with The Global Lexicostatistical Database, along with Russian dictionaries and morphology resources. The interface is presented in English with an option to switch to Russian.

It suits readers and researchers who work with etymology, word history, and lexicostatistical comparison and need web access to these linked resources. Access is through the web at starlingdb.org. The site credits Sergei Starostin for 1998-2005 and George Starostin for 2006-2013.

Key features

  • Web-based etymological database project
  • Start link to enter the database
  • Connection to Global Lexicostatistical Database
  • Russian dictionaries and morphology resources
  • Option to switch interface to Russian
Best for: Researchers and students working with etymology and lexicostatistical data benefit most.
Good for
  • Provides etymological data via the web
  • Links to lexicostatistical resources
  • Includes Russian dictionaries and morphology
  • Offers English and Russian interface options

StarlingDB at a glance

Type
Website
Pricing
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Platforms
Web
Open source
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Last checked
Oct 5, 2026 · Online when checked
Listed
Oct 5, 2026

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StarlingDB FAQ

What is The Tower of Babel on StarlingDB?
It is an etymological database project accessed through the web at starlingdb.org.
What related resources does it link to?
It is presented in conjunction with The Global Lexicostatistical Database and Russian dictionaries and morphology resources.
Is there a Russian version?
Yes, the homepage offers an option to switch to Russian.
How do I start using the database?
Select the start link on the homepage to enter the database.
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