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unctions

The correct spelling is unctions.

How to pronounce unctions

noun

Say it like: Unc-sho-ns

The correct spelling is unctions. A salve or ointment.

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Definition

noun

  1. 1.A salve or ointment.
  2. 2.A religious or ceremonial anointing.
  3. 3.A balm or something that soothes.
  4. 4.A quality in language, address or delivery which expresses sober and fervent emotion.
  5. 5.A smug, exaggerated use of language; smarminess.

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