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✳️Eight-Spoked Asterisk Emoji ✳️ EmojiUnicode: 2733 FE0F

A distinctive asterisk symbol.

Released in Added in Emoji 1.0 in 2015 and part of Unicode 6.0 since 2010.

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Meaning and Interpretation

"The '✳️' emoji, officially named 'Eight-Spoked Asterisk,' represents a large, spoked star-like symbol. It's often used in digital communication as a decorative symbol, to draw attention to text, or perform a function similar to a bullet point or an asterisk in written content."

Symbolism

Emphasis or Highlighting: The 'Eight-Spoked Asterisk' can be used to emphasize or draw attention to particular words or paragraphs.
Decoration: Due to its star-like form, this symbol can be used as a decorative element in text, especially in informal conversations.
Segmentation or Bullet Points: It can serve as a non-standard bullet point or separator in lists or information breaks.

Common Usage Scenarios

Use ✳️ to create emphasis on important or exciting text in a message or social media post.
You can use ✳️ as an informal bullet point when you want to list items casually.
In designs or aesthetic arrangements, ✳️ might be used as a decorative symbol due to its symmetrical nature.

Usage Examples in Conversation

We got incredible news ✳️ You just won the grand prize!

Here’s a quick list of things you need to bring for the trip ✳️ Passport ✳️ Tickets ✳️ Sunscreen

Don't forget to check out our updates ✳️ Big changes are happening!

My goals for this year ✳️ Fitness ✳️ Traveling ✳️ Learning new skills

Remember to review the following ✳️ It's crucial for the project!

Usage Guidelines and Etiquette

Avoid using this symbol excessively – too many can make a message look cluttered or hard to read.
Consider using ✳️ sparingly when writing formal or professional content as it is generally seen as more casual.
When using it in lists or segments, maintain a consistent style, especially if mixing with other bullet points or dividers.