waxing gibbous moon
A phase of the moon where more than half is illuminated but not fully round
Basic Information
- Unicode U+1F314
- Version Emoji 0.6
- Category travel & places
- Subcategory weather
Platform Meaning
A phase of the moon where more than half is illuminated but not fully round
Tags
Platform Meaning
- Apple： Waxing Gibbous Moon
- Google： Waxing Gibbous Moon
- Twitter： Waxing Gibbous Moon
- Unicode： Waxing Gibbous Moon
Detailed Introduction
The 🌔 emoji represents the waxing gibbous moon phase, occurring when more than half of the moon's visible surface is illuminated but it is not yet a full moon. It conveys a sense of transition, growth, or progress, as the moon is increasing in brightness toward fullness. Common emotional associations include calmness, anticipation, or a quiet sense of momentum. It is often used in contexts related to nighttime, astronomy, or lunar cycles, such as discussing moon phases, sharing evening plans, or expressing a reflective mood. Additionally, it can symbolize patience or the idea of 'building up' to something, making it suitable for posts about personal development, ongoing projects, or looking forward to future events. In casual conversation, it may simply denote the time of day or a connection to nature's rhythms.