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

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Since then, the ALU has faced many other challenges, including two election losses at other Amazon warehouses and internal strife about its organizing strategy.

From Seattle Times ● Jun. 4, 2024

The company, for its part, has accused the National Labor Relations Board and the ALU of improperly influencing the outcome of the successful unionization vote.

From Seattle Times ● Apr. 8, 2024

Monday's lawsuit was filed by about 40 members of the ALU, including several workers who helped to spearhead organizing efforts at JFK8.

From Reuters ● Jul. 11, 2023

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

From Reuters ● Jul. 11, 2023

Amazon is hostile to ALU and has been reportedly a tough negotiator.

From Washington Times ● Mar. 30, 2023

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