rubric

/ɹˈubɹɪk/ · 2 syllables

Meaning

noun

1. an authoritative rule of conduct or procedure
2. an explanation or definition of an obscure word in a text
3. directions for the conduct of Christian church services (often printed in red in a prayer book)
4. 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”
5. a title or heading that is printed in red or in a special type
6. category name
   “it is usually discussed under the rubric of `functional obesity'”

verb

1. adorn with ruby red color

Synonyms for rubric

• gloss
• title
• statute title