1. Ironically or humorously used to refer to {religious issues}. 2. Technical fine points of an abstruse nature, eSPECially those where the resolution is of theoretical interest but is relatively marginal with reSPECt to actual use of a design or system. Used eSPECially around software issues with a heavy AI or language-design component, such as the smart-data vs. smart-programs dispute in AI. [Jargon File]