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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

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

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

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

From Reuters • Jul. 11, 2023

Current ALU President Christian Smalls has been accused by union members of ignoring the contract fight in favor of traveling and attempting to start new union drives in other warehouses.

From Washington Times • Mar. 30, 2023

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