Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
jade
Noun
/jād/
Definition
A hard, green gemstone often used in jewelry and ornaments.
Examples
- She wore a beautiful jade necklace that sparkled in the sunlight.
- The artist carved a delicate figure from a large block of jade.
- In many cultures, jade is considered a lucky stone.
Meaning
Jade is a term for a variety of minerals, primarily used for ornamental purposes and sometimes for carving into sculptures. It is also symbolically associated with purity and serenity.
Synonyms
- stone
- gem
- jadeite
- nephrite