† compectiˈnationObs.rare—1. [f. L. com- together + pectināre to comb, f.pecten comb: see -ation.] Union of the hands with the fingers interlocked, like two combs. 1644Bulwer Chirol. 28 This Compectination or Weeping Crosse of the Hand is elegantly described by Apuleius.