The Clue
Explanatory comment (6 letter answer)
The Answer
RUBRIC
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Notes
The answer RUBRIC is so rare that it appears less than once every 2900 puzzles.
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Gloss
Decorative heading
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Definition
RUBRIC as a noun:
1. an authoritative rule of conduct or procedure
2. (gloss, rubric) = 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. (title, statute title, rubric) = 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'"
RUBRIC as a verb:
1. adorn with ruby red color