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Meaning nephrite meaning

What does nephrite mean?

nephrite

— noun 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

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jade

nephritis

nepherite

kidney stone

greenstone