vade mecum
[ vey-dee mee-kuh m, vah- ]
/ ˈveɪ di ˈmi kəm, ˈvɑ- /
noun, plural va·de me·cums.
something a person carries about for frequent or regular use.
a book for ready reference; manual; handbook.
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Origin of vade mecum
First recorded in 1620–30, vade mecum is from the Latin word vāde mēcum literally, go with me
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vade mecum
/ (ˈvɑːdɪ ˈmeɪkʊm) /
noun
a handbook or other aid carried on the person for immediate use when needed
Word Origin for vade mecum
C17: from Latin, literally: go with me
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Word Origin and History for vade mecum
vade mecum
"a manual," 1620s, Latin, literally "go with me."
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