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Last Quarter Moon Emoji
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Unicode Code Point | U+1F317 1F317 |
Emoji Name | last quarter moon |
Unicode Version Date Added for Emoji | 1.0August 2015 |
Category | |
Keywords | last quartermoonhalf moonnightlunar |
đ Meaning and Explanation
The đ emoji shows the last quarter moon, where the left half of the moon is illuminated. This phase occurs when the moon has completed three-quarters of its orbit around the Earth.
This emoji is used to represent the moon phase itself, often in discussions about astronomy, lunar cycles, or simply to indicate the time of night. It can also symbolize waning, completion, or the passage of time.
đ How to Use
This emoji is commonly used to:
- Refer to the Moon Phase: When discussing the lunar cycle, astronomy, or the night sky.
- Indicate Nighttime: To signify that it is evening or night.
- Symbolize Waning: To suggest something is decreasing or coming to an end.
đ Cultural Background
Region | Common Meaning | Additional Notes or Misunderstandings |
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Global | Last quarter moon, night | Universally understood as a specific phase of the moon. |