Greek Meaning of nephrite

νεφρίτης

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Definitions and Meaning of nephrite in English

Wordnet

nephrite (n)

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

Webster

nephrite (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.

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νεφρίτης

an amphibole mineral consisting of calcium magnesium silicate in monoclinic crystalline form; a source of jade that is less valuable than from jadeite; once bel

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nephridium => Νεφρίδιο, nephridial => νεφριδιακός, nephridia => Νεφρίδια, nephrectomy => Νεφρεκτομή, nephralgy => Νεφρική κολική,