kristometric
n.— «Having engaged you to consider for a moment the variables associated with these “kristometric” equations, let us move on to further examine them in order to understand why Christians in Ghana are falling short of the “glory” or true nature of God.» —“Kristometrics—A Challenge to the Ghanaian Christian” Home Page Ghana Apr. 3, 2005. (source: Double-Tongued Dictionary)
Further reading
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