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vade mecum

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vade mecum /ˌvɑːdi ˈmeɪkəm , ˌveɪdi ˈmeɪkəm , ˌvɑːdi ˈmiːkəm , ˌveɪdi ˈmiːkəm /
noun a handbook or guide that is kept constantly at hand for consultation:
his book is an excellent vade mecum for writers.
– ORIGIN early 17th century: modern Latin, literally go with me.
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