Protestant ethic

A form of Protestant work ethic — A Calvinist value emphasizing the necessity of constant labor in a person's calling as a sign of personal salvation.

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nounProtestant ethic (uncountable)
  1. alternativeuncountableAlternative form of Protestant work ethic.
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