Unction - definition, pronunciation, transcription

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Amer.  |ˈʌŋkʃn|  American pronunciation of the word unction
Brit.  |ˈʌŋ(k)ʃ(ə)n|  British pronunciation of the word unction

noun

- excessive but superficial compliments given with affected charm (syn: smarm)
- smug self-serving earnestness (syn: oiliness)
- semisolid preparation (usually containing a medicine) applied externally as a remedy or for soothing an irritation (syn: balm, ointment, salve, unguent)
- anointing as part of a religious ceremony or healing ritual (syn: inunction)
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