Definition of «scientology compound»

"Scientology compound" is used colloquially to describe a highly secretive, sterile, or intensely guarded environment that feels cult-like or eerie. While it refers to physical locations owned by the Church of Scientology, in slang it is often used metaphorically to describe any place or situation that feels like a high-stakes, bizarre "level" in a video game. It implies a sense of trespassing into a world with its own strange rules and hidden lore. People use it to add a layer of conspiracy-themed humor to descriptions of unusual architecture or intense social situations.