NEPHRITES

Noun

nephrites

plural of nephrite

Anagrams

• prehnites, trephines

Source: Wiktionary


NEPHRITE

Neph"rite, n. Etym: [Cf. F. néphrite. See Nephritis.] (Min.)

Definition: 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.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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