unctional

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English[edit]

Etymology[edit]

From unction +‎ -al.

Pronunciation[edit]

  • IPA(key): /ˈʌŋkt͡ʃənəl/, /ˈʌŋkt͡ʃnəl/

Adjective[edit]

unctional (comparative more unctional, superlative most unctional)

  1. Exhibiting or relating to unction.
    • 1842, The Tract Magazine, Or, Christian Miscellany, volume 9, page 177:
      That he may realize and diffuse such an unctional spirit, as may be most salutary to himself, and profitable to others.
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