Meaning of the word so-called in English
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so-called
US /ˈsoʊ.kɔːld/
UK /ˈsoʊ.kɔːld/

Adjective
1.
used to describe something that has been given a name that you think is wrong or unsuitable
Example:
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His so-called friends abandoned him when he needed them most.
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The so-called expert couldn't answer any of my questions.
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