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ALU

American

abbreviation

Computers.

arithmetic logic unit: the part of a central processing unit that performs arithmetic and logical operations.

ALU British

abbreviation

arithmetic and logic unit

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Etymology

Origin of ALU

First recorded in 1955–60

Example Sentences

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Schwartz said the Teamsters have indicated they want the ALU membership to ratify the new agreement before the union holds its internal leadership election in July.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 4, 2024

Some organizers have left to form the ALU Democratic Reform Caucus, a dissident group that sued the union last year to force an election for new leadership.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 4, 2024

The ALU did not immediately respond to a request for comment.

From Reuters • Jul. 11, 2023

They are seeking an order requiring the ALU to hold officer elections by Aug. 30 under the supervision of an independent monitor and striking down changes that ALU leaders made to the union's original bylaws.

From Reuters • Jul. 11, 2023

Other union members think the focus should be on the only ALU union win and shoring up support for a strike to put further pressure on Amazon during contract discussions.

From Washington Times • Mar. 30, 2023

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