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Unicode Code Point | U+1F402 1F402 |
Emoji Name | ox |
Unicode Version Date Added for Emoji | 1.0August 2015 |
Category | |
Keywords | oxbullfarm animal |
đ Meaning and Explanation
The ox emoji đ depicts a bovine animal, which is a castrated male cattle used for draft purposes like plowing fields. This emoji symbolizes strength, hard work, diligence, and reliability. It is also one of the twelve animals in the Chinese zodiac.
đ How to Use
The ox emoji đ can be used in various contexts:
- To represent strength, power, or endurance. It's often used in the common English idiom "strong as an ox."
- To talk about farming, agriculture, or rural life.
- When referring to the Year of the Ox in the Chinese zodiac.
- To describe someone who is hardworking and dependable.
đ Cultural Background
The ox holds different symbolic meanings across various cultures.
| Region/Culture | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Western Cultures | Primarily symbolizes strength, stability, and hard work. |
| Chinese Culture | The Ox (į) is the second animal of the zodiac. People born in the Year of the Ox are seen as diligent, reliable, and determined. |
| Hinduism | The bull, closely related to the ox, is considered sacred. Nandi the bull is the vehicle of the god Shiva, representing strength and faith. |
In most digital communication, the emoji is understood as representing either the animal itself or the quality of strength.