rubric (n.)

  1. an authoritative rule of conduct or procedure

  2. an explanation or definition of an obscure word in a text

    [ Syn: gloss ]

  3. directions for the conduct of Christian church services (often printed in red in a prayer book)

  4. a heading that names a statute or legislative bill; may give a brief summary of the matters it deals with; Title 8 provided federal help for schools

    [ Syn: title , statute title ]

  5. a title or heading that is printed in red or in a special type

  6. category name; it is usually discussed under the rubric of `functional obesity''

    rubric (v.)

  1. adorn with ruby red color

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