NEPHRITE


Meaning of NEPHRITE in English

[ 'nɛfrʌɪt ]

■ noun a pale green or white silicate mineral which is one of the forms of jade.

Origin

C18: from Ger. Nephrit , from Gk nephros 'kidney' (with ref. to its supposed efficacy in treating kidney disease).

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