: a rare genetic disorder in which the body is unable to absorb dietary fats and fat-soluble vitamins (such as vitamin A and E) because of an absence of apolipoprotein B-containing lipoproteins (such as chylomicrons and VLDLs) in the blood plasma Abetalipoproteinemia presents initially in the neonatal period with gastrointestinal manifestations ...
grievance procedure. Definition. A process instituted by a health plan or benefit provider for policyholders to file complaints.
As for the union, a grievance procedure can act as a way to nurture trust and loyalty between employee and the union. Since a grievance is usually a process that is supported by both employee and employer, there is always an understanding that this will be the route taken for conflict resolution within the workplace.