bimetallic

• Aus zwei verschiedenen Metallen bestehend oder sich auf zwei Metalle beziehend; häufig in der Technik und bei der Münzprägung verwendet.

Relating to or consisting of two different metals, often used in engineering or coinage.

1. Monetary systemC1formal

   Relating to a currency system that uses two metals, typically gold and silver, as the standard of value.

   Bimetallismus

   • The bimetallic standard was debated in 19th-century economics.
   • Some countries adopted a bimetallic system to stabilize their currency.
   • The bimetallic approach allowed both gold and silver coins to circulate.

2. Composed of two metalsC1formaltechnical

   Made of two different metals or alloys, often bonded together in layers.

   Bimetallisch

   • Bimetallic strips are used in thermostats to control temperature.
   • The coin was bimetallic, with a copper center and a nickel ring.
   • Engineers designed a bimetallic blade for improved durability.

   Synonymebimetal