Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

bimetallist

Noun

/ˌbaɪˈmɛtəlɪst/

Definition

A person or organization that advocates or supports a bimetallic monetary system, which uses two metals, typically gold and silver, as a standard of value.

Examples

The bimetallist movement gained traction in the late 19th century as a response to the gold standard.
She identified as a bimetallist, advocating for a dual-metal standard in currency to promote economic equity.
Many bimetallists participated in debates about the merits of a dual-metal standard during the national monetary conference.

Meaning

Bimetallists believe in the economic stability that can be achieved by backing currency with both gold and silver, instead of relying on a single metal.