Definition of quasi
(Entry 1 of 2)
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
quasi-
combining formDefinition of quasi- (Entry 2 of 2)
1
: in some sense or degree
quasiperiodic quasi-judicial
2
: resembling in some degree
quasiparticle
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The first known use of quasi was in 1632
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