vade mecum

Noun

1. a concise reference book providing specific information about a subject or location
   • Synonyms
     • handbook
     • enchiridion
   • Less specific
     • reference book
     • reference
     • reference work
     • book of facts
   • More specific
     • manual
     • bible
     • guidebook
     • guide
     • reckoner
     • ready reckoner

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noun

1. a handbook or guide that is kept constantly at hand for consultation his book is an excellent vade mecum for writers