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an authoritative rule of conduct or procedure ; rubric ( n. )

an explanation or definition of an obscure word in a text ; Synonyms: gloss rubric ( n. )

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

a heading that names a statute or legislative bill ; may give a brief summary of the matters it deals with ; Synonyms: title / statute title rubric ( n. )

a title or heading that is printed in red or in a special type ; rubric ( n. )