✂
scissors
Unicode: 2702
Description
A pair of scissors, depicted with two rings for fingers and pointed blades. The design varies slightly by platform, but universally represents the cutting tool.
Group:
Objects > office
Status:
unqualified
Emotion:
Neutral, functional. Can imply creation, destruction, or separation.
Backstory
This emoji belongs to a set of Unicode symbols, predating the more modern, colorful emoji sets. It's a foundational symbol in the Unicode standard, representing a common everyday object.
Usage Examples
- Indicating a haircut: 'Time for a trim! ✂️'
- Referencing crafts or DIY: 'Working on a new project ✂️ and glue.'
- Metaphorical 'cutting' of something: 'Need to ✂️ down expenses this month.'
- Referring to fabric or paper cutting: 'Measure twice, cut once ✂️'.
Cultural Differences
Western culture:
Often associated with tailoring, crafts, haircutting, or as a symbol for cutting ties or expenses.
East Asian culture:
Similar associations with crafting and cutting; less common as a metaphorical symbol compared to Western use.