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Definition of: nephritic
(ni·frit′ik) adjective
1. Pertaining to, affecting, or affording relief to the kidneys.
2. Affected with nephritis.
3. Of the nature of nephrite. Also ne·phrit′i·cal.
—noun Any medicine applicable to disease of the kidney.
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