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Meaning of the word jade in English

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jade

US /dʒeɪd/
UK /dʒeɪd/
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Noun

1.

a worn-out or broken-down horse; a nag

Example:
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The old farmer rode his tired jade slowly down the dusty road.
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He traded his prize stallion for a mere jade.
Synonym:
naghackpony
2.

an ornamental rock, consisting of a form of jadeite or nephrite, that is usually green but has a wide range of colors

Example:
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She wore a necklace made of beautiful jade.
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The ancient Chinese highly valued jade for its beauty and durability.
Synonym:
nephritejadeite
3.

a disreputable or ill-tempered woman

Example:
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She was known as a troublesome jade in the village.
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Beware of that old jade; she'll try to trick you.
Synonym:
shrewhussyvixentermagant

Verb

1.

to tire or weary (someone), especially by overwork or boredom

Example:
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The endless meetings began to jade the employees.
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His constant complaining will eventually jade everyone around him.
Synonym:
tirewearyexhaustfatiguesatiate
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