bimetallism
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lˌɪz noun
1.
the use of two metals, ordinarily gold and silver, at a fixed relative value, as the monetary standard.
2.
the doctrine or policies supporting such a standard.
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| —n | |
| 1. | the use of two metals, esp gold and silver, in fixed relative values as the standard of value and currency |
| 2. | the economic policies or doctrine supporting a bimetallic standard |
| bi'metallist | |
| —n | |
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Bimetallism
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Example sentences
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