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Vade mecum

A book or other thing that a person carries with him as a constant companion; a manual; a handbook.

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Bible 76% connected

A book.

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Guide 76% connected

The leather strap by which the shield of a knight was slung across the shoulder, or across the neck and shoulder.

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Guidebook 76% connected

A book of directions and information for travelers, tourists, etc.

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Manual 76% connected

Of or pertaining to the hand; done or made by the hand; as, manual labor; the king's sign manual.

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Reckoner 76% connected

One who reckons or computes; also, a book of calculations, tables, etc., to assist in reckoning.

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Broader term 1

Reference 76% connected

The act of referring, or the state of being referred; as, reference to a chart for guidance.

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Enchiridion 92% connected

Handbook; a manual of devotions.

oewn 2023 68% interchangeable

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Handbook 92% connected

A book of reference, to be carried in the hand; a manual; a guidebook.

oewn 2023 68% interchangeable

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