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Unctuous is oily, greasy or slippery in feel or character, or soft and rich garden soil. (adjective)

An example of unctuous is how a slug feels.
An example of unctuous is a self-absorbed politician.
An example of unctuous is good garden dirt.

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See unctuous in Webster's New World College Dictionary

See unctuous in American Heritage Dictionary 4

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