Etymology
"Vade mecum" is a Latin phrase that means "go with me."
Origin
The phrase "vade mecum" was first used in the 16th century by the French physician Francois Rabelais. He used it as the title of his satirical novel, "Gargantua and Pantagruel." In the novel, the giant Gargantua carries a book with him everywhere he goes. The book is called "Vade Mecum" and it contains all the knowledge in the world.
Meaning
"Vade mecum" is a phrase that is used to refer to a book or other object that is always carried with someone. It can also be used to refer to something that is always helpful or useful.
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