"unction" Definition

Definitions for the word "unction" from multiple English dictionaries.

1. n.
The act of anointing, smearing, or rubbing with an unguent, oil, or ointment, especially for medical purposes, or as a symbol of consecration; as, mercurial unction.
Source: The 1913 Webster Unabridged Dictionary, 1913
2. n.
That which is used for anointing; an unguent; an ointment; hence, anything soothing or lenitive.
Source: The 1913 Webster Unabridged Dictionary, 1913
3. n.
Divine or sanctifying grace.
Source: The 1913 Webster Unabridged Dictionary, 1913
4. n.
That quality in language, address, or the like, which excites emotion; especially, strong devotion; religious fervor and tenderness; sometimes, a simulated, factitious, or unnatural fervor.
Source: The 1913 Webster Unabridged Dictionary, 1913
5. n.
1 a anointing with oil etc. As a religious rite or medical treatment. B oil, ointment, etc. So used. 2 a soothing words or thought. B excessive or insincere flattery. 3 a emotional fervency. B pretence of this. [latin ungo unct- anoint]
Source: Oxford English Dictionary, 1884

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