Main Entry: qua·si

Pronunciation: \ˈkwā-ˌzī, -ˌsī; ˈkwä-zē, -sē\

Function: adjective

Etymology: quasi-

Date: 1642

1 : having some resemblance usually by possession of certain attributes <a quasi corporation>
2 : having a legal status only by operation or construction of law and without reference to intent <a quasi contract>