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Waxing Gibbous Moon Emoji
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Emoji Overview
Unicode Code Point | U+1F314 1F314 |
Emoji Name | waxing gibbous moon |
Unicode Version Date Added for Emoji | 0.6Initial release |
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Keywords | waxing gibbousmoongibbousnightlunar phase |
đ Meaning and Explanation
The đ emoji depicts the waxing gibbous moon, where more than half of the moon's surface is illuminated, and the illuminated portion is growing. This phase occurs after the first quarter and before the full moon.
It symbolizes growth, building momentum, progress, and the approach of completion. It suggests a time for action, refinement, and pushing towards a goal as the moon nears its fullest state.
This emoji is a clear visual for the specific lunar phase, often used in contexts of astronomy, spirituality, or marking the passage of time.
đ How to Use
This emoji is commonly used when referring to:
- Lunar Phases: To indicate the specific waxing gibbous phase of the moon.
- Astronomy and Night Sky: In discussions about the moon, stars, or celestial events.
- Growth and Progress: To symbolize increasing momentum, development, or nearing a goal.
- Action and Manifestation: In spiritual or personal growth contexts, suggesting a time for actively working towards intentions set during the new moon.
- Time and Cycles: To mark the passage of time or the natural rhythms of life.
đ Cultural Background
Region | Common Meaning | Additional Notes or Misunderstandings |
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Global | Lunar phase, growth, progress, nearing completion | Universally understood as a specific phase of the moon. |
Spirituality/Wicca | Building energy, manifestation, action | Often associated with practices of actively working on goals and bringing intentions to fruition. |
Astronomy Enthusiasts | Specific lunar observation | Used by those interested in observing and tracking the moon's phases. |
Figurative Use | "Growing stronger", "building up" | Can be used metaphorically to describe something that is steadily increasing or developing towards a peak. |