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.
Nephritic(a.) Alt. of Nephritical
Nephritic(n.) A medicine adapted to relieve or cure disease of the kidneys.
Nephritical(a.) Of or pertaining to the kidneys or urinary organs; renal; as, a nephritic disease.
Nephritical(a.) Affected with a disease of the kidneys; as, a nephritic patient.
Nephritical(a.) Relieving disorders of the kidneys; affecting the kidneys; as, a nephritic medicine.

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