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nephrite definition

neph·rite (nef′rīt′)

noun

a fine-grained, greenish variety of actinolite, that is a less valuable type of jade

Etymology: Ger nephrit < Gr nephritēs, of the kidneys < nephros, kidney (see nephro-): formerly worn as a supposed remedy for kidney ailments

Webster's New World College Dictionary Copyright © 2005 by Wiley Publishing, Inc., Cleveland, Ohio.
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