Word Meaning

rubric definition and meaning

n. That part of any work in the early manuscripts and typography which was colored red, to distinguish it from other portions.
n. A titlepage, or part of it, especially that giving the date and place of printing; also, the initial letters, etc., when printed in red.
n. The title of a statute; -- so called as being anciently written in red letters.
n. 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.
n. Hence, that which is established or settled, as by authority; a thing definitely settled or fixed.
v. t. To adorn ith red; to redden; to rubricate.
a. Alt. of Rubrical