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Definition of Nephrite

1. Noun. An amphibole mineral consisting of calcium magnesium silicate in monoclinic crystalline form; a source of jade that is less valuable than from jadeite; once believed to cure kidney disorders.

Definition of Nephrite

1. n. A hard compact mineral, of a dark green color, formerly worn as a remedy for diseases of the kidneys, whence its name; kidney stone; a kind of jade. See Jade.

Definition of Nephrite

1. Noun. (minerology) A semi-precious stone, one of the two types of stone commonly referred to as jade, (the other being jadeite). ¹

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Definition of Nephrite

1. a mineral [n -S]

Medical Definition of Nephrite

1. A hard compact mineral, of a dark green colour, formerly worn as a remedy for diseases of the kidneys, whence its name; kidney stone; a kind of jade. See Jade. Origin: Cf. F. Nephrite. See Nephritis. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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