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Meaning of 'rubric' (Webster Dictionary)

1 . Rubric [ a.]
- Alt. of Rubrical
2 . Rubric [ n.]
- That part of any work in the early manuscripts and typography which was colored red, to distinguish it from other portions.
- A titlepage, or part of it, especially that giving the date and place of printing; also, the initial letters, etc., when printed in red.
- The title of a statute; -- so called as being anciently written in red letters.
- The directions and rules for the conduct of service, formerly written or printed in red; hence, also, an ecclesiastical or episcopal injunction; -- usually in the plural.
- Hence, that which is established or settled, as by authority; a thing definitely settled or fixed.
3 . Rubric [ v. t.]
- To adorn ith red; to redden; to rubricate.

Meaning of 'rubric' (Princeton's WordNet)

1 . rubric [ n]
Meaning (1):
- category name
Example in sentence:
  • it is usually discussed under the rubric of `functional obesity'
Meaning (2):
- a heading that names a statute or legislative bill; may give a brief summary of the matters it deals with
Example in sentence:
  • Title 8 provided federal help for schools

Nearby Words:

rub ruba-dub rubato rubbage rubbed rubber rubbidge rubbing rubbish rubble

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