NEPHRITE
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Neph″rite (?; 277), n. [[Cf. F. néphrite. See Nephritis.]] (Min.) 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: 567
Neph″rite (?; 277), n. [[Cf. F. néphrite. See Nephritis.]] (Min.) 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.