two-tier

American  

[too-teer] / ˈtuˈtɪər /

Or two-tiered

adjective

1. consisting of two tiers, floors, levels, or the like.

   a two-tier wedding cake.

2. consisting of two separate price structures, sets of regulations, etc..

   a two-tier fare system for subways and buses.

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two-tier British  

adjective

1. involving or comprising two levels of structure, policy, etc

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Etymology

Origin of two-tier

First recorded in 1970–75

Example Sentences

He says he’s facing a two-tier system of justice that prioritizes some American lives over others.

From Los Angeles Times

One person asked Your Voice Your BBC News if this could result in students from working class backgrounds attending these institutions in an attempt to save money, creating a "two-tier system based on who can afford the higher fees".

From BBC

Without these systemic changes, AI risks creating a two-tier workforce where a small group captures most opportunities and everyone else falls further behind.

From The Wall Street Journal

Jenrick will say the council is "not fit for purpose" and argue its guidelines have created a "two-tier nightmare", with people treated differently by the courts.

From BBC

Living Rent national secretary Bianca Lopez told BBC Scotland News that those in mid-market and build-to-rent properties would be "left behind" by the bill, which she warned could create a "two-tier" system of rent controls.

From BBC