unctuous in Greek
unctuous in Greek is λιπαρός — unctuous means having a greasy or oily texture or composition.
unctuous in Greek
λιπαρός
Pronounced: liparos
(of a liquid, semisolid, or other substance) Having the nature or properties of an unguent or ointment; greasy, oily.
What does "unctuous" mean?
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adjective Having a greasy or oily texture or composition.
"The mechanic's hands were unctuous with engine oil."
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adjective Of food, drink or aroma, having a rich, smooth and full-bodied quality.
"The wine had an unctuous, velvety finish."
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unctuous in a sentence
- The mechanic's hands were unctuous with engine oil.
- He wiped the unctuous residue from the pan.
- The wine had an unctuous, velvety finish.
- Critics praised the sauce for its unctuous texture.
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What is "unctuous" in Greek?
"unctuous" in Greek is λιπαρός. unctuous means: Having a greasy or oily texture or composition.
How do you pronounce λιπαρός?
"unctuous" in Greek is λιπαρός, pronounced "liparos".
How do you use "unctuous" in a sentence?
Example: "The mechanic's hands were unctuous with engine oil." In Greek, "unctuous" is λιπαρός.
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