anchor
An anchor, a heavy object attached to a rope and used to moor a ship to the sea floor
Basic Information
- Unicode U+2693
- Version Emoji 0.6
- Category travel & places
- Subcategory water transportation
Platform Meaning
An anchor, a heavy object attached to a rope and used to moor a ship to the sea floor
Tags
Platform Meaning
- Apple： Anchor, often used to represent nautical themes, stability, or a place to 'drop anchor'
- Google： Anchor, typically symbolizing maritime activities, security, or a fixed position
- Twitter： Anchor, commonly used in contexts related to boats, ships, sailing, or as a metaphor for stability
- Unicode： Anchor
Detailed Introduction
The ⚓️ emoji depicts an anchor, a device used to secure boats and ships to the seabed. It primarily conveys nautical themes, such as sailing, boating, or life at sea. Beyond literal maritime references, it often symbolizes stability, security, or finding a 'safe harbor' in metaphorical contexts. People may use it to express feeling grounded, committed to a place or idea, or to represent coastal living. It's also associated with naval or maritime organizations, travel to coastal destinations, or as a decorative element in nautical-themed content.