ALS

n : thickening of tissue in the motor tracts of the lateral

columns and anterior horns of the spinal cord; results in

progressive muscle atrophy that starts in the limbs [syn:

{amyotrophic lateral sclerosis}, {ALS}, {Lou Gehrig's

disease}]

CALS

Computer-Aided Acquisition and Logistics Support: a DoD

standard for electronic exchange of data with commercial

suppliers.