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unctuousOne entry found. Main Entry: unc·tu·ous Pronunciation: \ˈəŋ(k)-chə-wəs, -chəs, -shwəs\ Function: adjective Etymology: Middle English, from Middle French or Medieval Latin; Middle French unctueus, from Medieval Latin unctuosus, from Latin unctus act of anointing, from unguere to anoint Date: 14th century 1 a : fatty, oily b : smooth and greasy in texture or appearance — unc·tu·ous·ly adverb — unc·tu·ous·ness noun
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