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| unc·tion [ úngkshən ] (plural unc·tions) |
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1. anointing with oil: the rubbing or sprinkling of oil on somebody as part of a religious ceremony or medical treatment
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2. substance used in rite or treatment: an oil, ointment, or salve used in religious rites or medical treatment
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3. real or pretended earnestness: real or pretended earnestness or fervor, especially with regard to spiritual matters and especially when expressed in suitably solemn language
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4. flattering efforts to charm: excessively ingratiating efforts to charm or convince somebody
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5. something soothing: something that soothes or comforts somebody
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| [14th century. < Latin unction-< unguere "smear, anoint"] |
