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Meaning Of Rubric
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.