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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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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

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 ALU did not immediately respond to a request for comment.

From Reuters • Jul. 11, 2023

The plaintiffs in the lawsuit accuse the ALU of violating a federal law governing unions' internal affairs and its own constitution.

From Reuters • Jul. 11, 2023

Heather Goodall, the lead ALU organizer at the Albany warehouse, told the New York Times that her workers received scant support from Mr. Smalls, with infrequent and unpredictable visits.

From Washington Times • Mar. 30, 2023

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