ACLU
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/ˌeɪ.siːˌɛlˈjuː/
civil liberties advocacy
Etymology
Etymology Information
'ACLU' is an acronym formed from the initial letters of 'American Civil Liberties Union'.
Historical Evolution
The term 'ACLU' has remained consistent since its inception in 1920.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it represented the organization focused on civil liberties, and this meaning has remained unchanged.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
an acronym for the American Civil Liberties Union, an organization dedicated to defending and preserving the individual rights and liberties guaranteed to every person in the United States by the Constitution and laws.
The ACLU often takes on cases involving freedom of speech.
Last updated: 2025/04/24 05:21