Meaning of the word "aide memoire" in English

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aide memoire

US /ˌeɪd.memˈwɑːr/
UK /ˌeɪd.memˈwɑːr/

Noun

1.

a memorandum or document summarizing the main points of an agreement or discussion, especially one prepared for diplomatic purposes

Example:
The diplomats exchanged an aide-mémoire outlining their positions.
The minister presented an aide-mémoire to his counterpart.
2.

an object or device that helps one to remember something

Example:
She kept a small notebook as an aide-mémoire for her ideas.
The checklist served as a useful aide-mémoire during the presentation.