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noun \ˈəŋ(k)-shən\Definition of UNCTION
1
: the act of anointing as a rite of consecration or healing
3
a : religious or spiritual fervor or the expression of such fervor b : exaggerated, assumed, or superficial earnestness of language or manner : unctuousness
See Origin of UNCTION
Middle English unccioun, from Anglo-French, from Latin unction-, unctio, from unguere to anoint — more at ointment
First Known Use: 14th century
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noun \ˈəŋ(k)-shən\ (Medical Dictionary)Medical Definition of UNCTION
1
: the application of a soothing or lubricating oil or ointment
2
: something that is used for anointing : ointment
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