Definitions

1. adjective

Capable of existing in two stable states.

“The bistable switch can be flipped to two different positions, each representing a distinct state.”

2. noun

A bistable system or component that can exist in two stable states.

“The bistable memory cell stored both the 0 and 1 states.”

3. noun

A device or system that can be switched between two stable states, such as a bistable flip-flop.

“The electronic circuit contained a bistable counter to count the number of pulses.”