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bimetallic

bi·me·tal·lic

UK/baɪmɪˈtælɪk/ uncommon

adjective

1.

pertaining to a monetary system based on two metals

  • “in a bimetallistic system both gold and silver can constitute legal tender”
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2.

formed of two different metals or alloys; especially in sheets bonded together

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Origin

From French bimétallique. Equivalent to bi- + metallic.

Phrases

  • bimetallic strip

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