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Merriam-Webster OnLine Definitional of Quasi
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Main Entry: qua·si
Pronunciation: 'kwA-"zI, -"sI; 'kwä-zE, -sE
Function: adjective
Etymology: quasi-
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>
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Now the impromptu Yahoo Repeater Builder Group Definitiona of Quasi
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Main Entry: qua·si
Pronunciation: 'kwA-"zI, -"sI; 'kwä-zE, -sE
Function: defer the facts
Etymology: quasi-
1 : lacking technical knowledge - dodge the truth/facts, work or
just being a cheapskate/lazy
2 : having no regard or care for legal status by operation or
construction and without reference to intent
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cheers,
skipp
> "IM Ashford" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> Quasi .. that just means virtual.
> Some manufacturers, in the interests of meaningless product
> diferentiation, choose words for effect.
