bimetallic

[ bahy-muh-tal-ik ]

adjective

1. Metallurgy.
   1. made or consisting of two metals.
   2. of or relating to a bimetal.
2. pertaining to bimetallism.
3. Engraving. (of an offset plate) consisting of a face layer of chromium, stainless steel, or chemically prepared aluminum over a layer of copper.

bimetallic

/ ˌbaɪmɪˈtælɪk /

adjective

1. consisting of two metals
2. of, relating to, or based on bimetallism

Word History and Origins

Origin of bimetallic¹

From the French word bimétallique, dating back to 1875–80. See bi- ¹, metallic

Example Sentences

The instrument contained a bimetallic strip that deformed in response to changes in temperature.

From MIT Technology Review

A tall, grave-looking man, with a touch of sadness suggestive of long brooding over bimetallic theories.

From Project Gutenberg

Six members supported the existing gold standard and six were in favour of the bimetallic system.

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The silver issue was withdrawn from the democratic platform in 1904, and the bimetallic movement died out in England.

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The above diagram shows the relative annual production of gold and silver during the bimetallic period in France.

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But there is no assurance that the cost of the bimetallic system will be thus equitably assessed.

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