Clues for the word "RUBRIC"

We've had 23 crossword clues used for this word, and seen it 23 times in crosswords. It was last seen in LA Times crossword on August 17, 2025.

Definition 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.
v. t. - To adorn ith red; to redden; to rubricate.
a. - Alt. of Rubrical