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ALU

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

  • 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 one occasion, Gorai took me in his war-canoe on a geological excursion to the north-west side of Alu.

    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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