rubric

/rˈubrɪk/

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Noun
an authoritative rule of conduct or procedure
Noun
an explanation or definition of an obscure word in a text
Noun
directions for the conduct of Christian church services (often printed in red in a prayer book)
Noun
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"
Noun
a title or heading that is printed in red or in a special type
Noun
category name; "it is usually discussed under the rubric of `functional obesity''"
Verb
adorn with ruby red color