What is the meaning of unction?

Excessive but superficial compliments given with affected charm.
- synonyms: smarm, fulsomeness
Smug self-serving earnestness.
- synonyms: fulsomeness, oiliness, oleaginousness, smarminess, unctuousness
Semisolid preparation (usually containing a medicine) applied externally as a remedy or for soothing an irritation.
- synonyms: ointment, unguent, balm, salve
Anointing as part of a religious ceremony or healing ritual.
- synonyms: inunction

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