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rubric
noun(ru-bric)
a heading that names a statute or legislative bill; may give a brief summary of the matters it deals with
Synonyms: statute title, title,
rubric
noun(ru-bric)
an explanation or definition of an obscure word in a text
Synonyms: gloss,
rubric
verb(ru-bric)
adorn with ruby red color
rubric
noun(ru-bric)
an authoritative rule of conduct or procedure
rubric
noun(ru-bric)
a title or heading that is printed in red or in a special type
rubric
noun(ru-bric)
category name
Examples:
It is usually discussed under the rubric of `functional obesity'.
rubric
noun(ru-bric)
directions for the conduct of Christian church services (often printed in red in a prayer book)

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