Meaning of the word jade in English

What does jade mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

jade

US /dʒeɪd/

UK /dʒeɪd/

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:

nephrite jadeite

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:

nag hack pony

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:

shrew hussy vixen termagant

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:

tire weary exhaust fatigue satiate

Related Word:

jaded