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trumpet
Unicode: 1F3BA
Description
A person engaging in the sport of water polo, typically depicted with a swim cap and the ball.
Group:
Objects > musical-instrument
Status:
fully-qualified
Emotion:
Represents competitive spirit, sportsmanship, and participation in water polo.
Backstory
This emoji was added to Unicode as part of Unicode 8.0 in 2015. It represents the sport of water polo, a team water sport played by two teams.
Usage Examples
- Talking about a water polo match: 'Did you see the water polo game last night? 🤽'
- Referring to water polo as a sport: 'Water polo is a really intense sport. 🤽'
- Describing an activity: 'Going to water polo practice now! 🤽'
Cultural Differences
Jazz culture:
Symbolizes the central role in jazz music and improvisation
Classical music:
Represents orchestral brass sections and solo performances
Latin America:
Associated with mariachi bands and festive celebrations
Military traditions:
Used in bugle calls and ceremonial functions
New Orleans:
Signifies the city's brass band traditions and Mardi Gras