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🚫Prohibited EmojiUnicode: 1F6AB
A red circle with a diagonal line through it, indicating something is forbidden or not allowed. Used in signs to mean no entry, banned, or unavailable.
Released in Released in 2010 with Unicode 6.0
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Meaning and Interpretation
🚫 The prohibited emoji shows a red circle with a diagonal slash, universally recognized as a sign that something is not allowed. You'll see it used on Twitter, Instagram, and WhatsApp to say 'no entry,' 'forbidden,' or that something is banned — like when a concert says no cameras or a friend says no spoilers.
Symbolism
- Forbidden or prohibited
- No entry or restricted access
- Cancelled or unavailable
Common Usage Scenarios
- In a text to say 'no entry' or 'not allowed'
- On social media to call out something banned or off-limits
- In a group chat to veto a suggestion or activity
Usage Examples in Conversation
Sorry, no phones allowed in the exam room 🚫
This app keeps sending me notifications, I'm muting it 🚫
Please no spoilers in the comments 🚫
The club has a strict dress code — no sneakers 🚫
That website is blocked in my country 🚫
Usage Guidelines and Etiquette
- Use to indicate something is banned or not permitted
- Combine with other emojis like ❌ for emphasis
- Avoid using for mild dislikes; reserve for clear prohibitions
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