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vade mecum

[ vey-dee mee-kuhm, vah- ]

noun

plural vade mecums.
  1. something a person carries about for frequent or regular use.
  2. a book for ready reference; manual; handbook.

vade mecum

/ ˈvɑːdɪ ˈmeɪkʊm /

noun

  1. a handbook or other aid carried on the person for immediate use when needed
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51Թ History and Origins

Origin of vade mecum1

First recorded in 1620–30; from Latin vāde mēcum literally, “go with me”
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51Թ History and Origins

Origin of vade mecum1

C17: from Latin, literally: go with me

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