unction

unc·tion

noun \ˈəŋ(k)-shən\

Definition of UNCTION

1

: the act of anointing as a rite of consecration or healing

2

: something used for anointing : ointment, unguent

3

a : religious or spiritual fervor or the expression of such fervor b : exaggerated, assumed, or superficial earnestness of language or manner : unctuousness

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

Other Religion (Eastern and Other) Terms

Zen, antinomian, avatar, gnosticism, illuminati, ineffable, karma, koan, mantra

Rhymes with UNCTION

function