extrinsic religion

a religious orientation in which religiosity is largely a means to other ends, such as social morality or individual well-being, rather than an end in itself. Compare intrinsic religion. [introduced by Gordon W. Allport]

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September 1st 2024

processor

1. in information theory, any device or system that can perform specific operations on data that have been presented to it in proper format.

2. in computer science, a computer or its principal operating part. See central processor.