What does the cryptic crossword clue "Pine in Babylon gardens (4)" mean?

The definition is "Pine". The wordplay uses a hidden word. Hidden answer (in . . .) on [baby] LON G [ardens]. Pine, as a verb = long = yearn for something. The answer is LONG.

Pine in Babylon gardens (4)

Independent Cryptic #11651 | 18 Across | 2024-02-13 flower

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