crescent moon
A full moon, depicted as a gray or silver circle.
There are different emoji meanings for crescent moon in different cultures:
- Western culture
- Frequently associated with peace, nighttime, or sometimes spooky/mysterious atmospheres (e.g., Halloween).
- East Asian culture
- Often linked to traditional holidays like Mid-Autumn Festival, where the moon is a central symbol. Can also represent beauty or melancholy in poetry and art.