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ALU

Computers.
  1. arithmetic/logic unit: the part of a central processing unit that performs arithmetic and logical operations.
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Historical Examples of alu

  • The Alu, a storm deity, was also a spirit which caused nightmare.

    Myths of Babylonia and Assyria

    Donald A. Mackenzie

  • The sign of Taurus is represented by the slaying of the celestial bull, Alu, by Gilgamesh.

  • There was much commotion in the village when the trading barque arrived and lay-to off Fana 'alu.

  • About half-past one, we reached the north-west point of Alu, where we put into a small cove to get water.

    The Solomon Islands and Their Natives

    H. B. (Henry Brougham) Guppy

  • On our first visit to Alu we were therefore prepared to think favourably of him.

    The Solomon Islands and Their Natives

    H. B. (Henry Brougham) Guppy

British Dictionary definitions for alu

ALU

abbreviation for
  1. arithmetic and logic unit
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