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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 ALU, an upstart group founded by current and former Amazon workers, scored a stunning victory in April 2022, when it won a unionization vote at the company’s 8,000-person warehouse in New York’s Staten Island.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 21, 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

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

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

From Washington Times • Mar. 30, 2023

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