Definition of nephrite

Scrabble & Words with friends points


  • nephrite is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 13
  • nephrite is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 13
  • nephrite is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 14

Definition of nephrite


  • 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 (noun)

See definition of nephrite in Merriam Webster