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so–called
adjective \ˈsō-ˈkȯld\
—used to indicate the name that is commonly or usually used for something
—used to indicate a name or description that you think is not really right or suitable
Full Definition of SO-CALLED
1
: commonly named <the so–called pocket veto>
2
: falsely or improperly so named <deceived by a so–called friend>
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First Known Use of SO-CALLED
15th century
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so–called
adjective \ˈsō-ˈkȯld\
Definition of SO-CALLED for Kids
: commonly or wrongly named <a so-called friend>
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