Nephrite
Pronunciation : Neph"rite
Part of Speech : n.
Etymology : [Cf. F. n?phrite. See Nephritis.] (Min.)
Definition : Defn: 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