ordination mill

noun

ordination mill

noun
1

Lifestyle, Religion Derogatory A religious organization or denomination in which membership is obtainable by trivial means and all members are qualified for self-ordination as a minister of religion without any prior training or work experience.

Coordinate terms
accreditation mill, diploma mill, paper mill

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