⚓ Anchor Emoji
Technical Details
Name
Anchor
Short Name
:anchor:
Unicode
U+2693
Unicode Version
1.0Release Year
2010
Category
Travel & PlacesSubcategory
Transport WaterPlatform Support
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Has Skin Tones
No
Platform Renderings
Unicode
Apple Style
Google Style
Twitter Style
Facebook Style
Gmail
KDDI
SVG Code
<svg width="128" height="128" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"> <text x="64" y="64" font-size="96" text-anchor="middle" dominant-baseline="middle" font-family="serif" >⚓</text> </svg>
Emoji Meaning
Meaning
A metal anchor, typically depicted in a silver or gray color, with a cross-shaped stock and two curved flukes. It visually represents a nautical instrument used to secure ships. The anchor is part of the Travel & Places category, specifically under the transport-water subcategory, symbolizing stability, safety, and maritime themes.
Common Uses
- Indicating nautical or maritime contexts: 'Set sail with us ⚓'
- Symbolizing stability or safety: 'Feeling grounded today ⚓'
- Referencing nautical terms or idioms: 'Drop anchor here ⚓'
Example Sentences
- Our new boat is ready for the sea ⚓
- Just arrived at the marina ⚓
- Anchors aweigh! ⚓ Time to set sail.