The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 6 letter word ANOINT which also is the latest solution we found used in New York Times in 1959.
Use unction crossword clue answers
Here's a list of possible crossword answers ranked by the most likely to least likely.
| Answer | Likelyness | Letters |
|---|---|---|
| ANOINT | 100 % | 6 |
Words with a meaning similar to the clue: Use unction
These words may or may not be a possible solution to this crosswords clue.- anoint
- anointing
- anointed
- interdict
- interdicted
- oil
- oils
- anele
- salve
- caution
- dignity
- benediction
Crossword Answer definitions
ANOINT verb- To smear or rub over with oil or an unctuous substance; also, to spread over, as oil.
- To apply oil to or to pour oil upon, etc., as a sacred rite, especially for consecration.
- To choose or nominate somebody for a leading or otherwise important position, especially formally or officially, or as an intended successor.
- To mark somebody as an official ruler, especially a king or queen, as a part of a religious ceremony.
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