Look up: unction

1. unction
   [n] - excessive but superficial compliments given with affected charm 2. [n] - anointing as part of a religious ceremony or healing ritual
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2. unction
   In religion, anointing, either in a physical or a metaphorical sense of being appointed for a purpose. In the Hebrew Bible there are references to kings and priests being anointed as a sign of their...
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3. Unction
   From Latin, unguere, meaning 'to anoint.' Unction is the process of anointing someone with consecrated oil for religious purposes.
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4. unction
   1. The act of anointing, smearing, or rubbing with an unguent, oil, or ointment, especially for medical purposes, or as a symbol of consecration; as, mercurial unction. 'To be heir, and to be king By sacred unction, thy deserved right.' (Milton) ... 2. That which is used for anointing; an unguent; a...
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5. unction
   smarm noun excessive but superficial compliments given with affected charm
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6. unction
   inunction noun anointing as part of a religious ceremony or healing ritual
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7. unction
   (ungk´shәn) ointment. inunction.
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8. Unction
   • (n.) Divine or sanctifying grace. • (n.) That quality in language, address, or the like, which excites emotion; especially, strong devotion; religious fervor and tenderness; sometimes, a simulated, factitious, or unnatural fervor. • (n.) The act of anointing, smearing, or rubbing wi...
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9. unction
   unction 1. The act of anointing as part of a religious, ceremonial, or healing ritual. 2. An ointment or oil; a salve. 3. Something that serves to soothe; a balm. 4. Affected or exaggerated earnestness, especially in choice and use of language. 5. Excessive but superficial compliments given with...
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10. unction
    Type: Term Pronunciation: ŭngk′shŭn Definitions: 1. The action of anointing or rubbing with an ointment or oil.
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