semi-quote

Noun

 * 1) A single quotation mark, ('). This is often used for a quote within a quote, as in "Tom said 'What?'"
 * 2) A punctuation mark to indicate that the text is a semi-quote, i.e. a close paraphrase that uses some of the author's original words.
 * 3) A phrase that is a close paraphrase that uses some of the authors original words. For instance: "A fanatic is someone who will not change his mind or the subject of discussion," according to Winston Churchill.

Verb

 * 1) To make a close paraphrase of a quotation, using some of its words.
 * 2)  To modify a quote, adapting it to different circumstances but preserving the intent.
 * To semi-quote Shakespeare...
 * To semi-quote Shakespeare...