1. marks or decorates with red ink or paint, especially in manuscripts or documents
Usage: formal; often used in historical or religious contexts
2. provides with rubrics or headings, especially in red
Usage: formal; publishing

Examples

• The medieval scribe rubricates the initial letters of each chapter.
• She carefully rubricates the manuscript with traditional red pigment.
• The publisher rubricates the textbook sections for better organization.
• The monk rubricates the prayer book according to ancient tradition.
• The calligrapher rubricates important passages in the document.
• He rubricates the headings to distinguish them from the main text.