U+1F402 • Animals & Nature
Ox Emoji
Meaning
An ox, a bovine used as a draft animal. Depicted in brown, in full profile on all fours facing left, with a tail and short horns.
One of the 12 animals of the Chinese zodiac. Often used to represent ♉ Taurus (the Bull) in the Western zodiac.
Often used to represent a bull, and occasionally paired with 💩 Pile of Poo to allude to a popular slang expression. May also carry sexual connotations in some contexts.
Not to be confused with 🐃 Water Buffalo.
Also known as:
Technical Information
| Unicode | U+1F402 |
|---|---|
| Unicode Name | ox |
| Shortcode | :ox: |
| Category | Animals & Nature |
| Subcategory | animal-mammal |
| Version | E1.0 |
| Qualification | fully-qualified |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the 🐂 Ox emoji mean?
An ox, a bovine used as a draft animal. Depicted in brown, in full profile on all fours facing left, with a tail and short horns. One of the 12 animals of the Chinese zodiac. Often used to represent ♉ Taurus (the Bull) in the Western zodiac. Often used to represent a bull, and occasionally paired with 💩 Pile of Poo to allude to a popular slang expression. May also carry sexual connotations in some contexts. Not to be confused with 🐃 Water Buffalo.
How do I copy the 🐂 emoji?
Click the "Copy Emoji" button on this page, or select the emoji (🐂) and press Ctrl+C (Windows) or Cmd+C (Mac).
What is the Unicode for Ox?
The Unicode for the Ox emoji is U+1F402.
On which platforms can I use the 🐂 emoji?
You can use the Ox emoji on all major platforms including iOS, Android, Windows, macOS, and all social media apps like WhatsApp, Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook.
How to Use the Ox Emoji
In Text Messages
"That was hilarious 🐂"
"I'm so relieved 🐂"
Perfect for expressing relief, nervous laughter, or awkward situations.
On Social Media
Captions: "When you barely make it on time 🐂"
Comments: "This is literally me 🐂"
Great for relatable content and reactions.
Professional Use
Emails: Use sparingly for lightening the tone
Slack/Teams: "Finally fixed that bug 🐂"
Adds personality to workplace communication.
Creative Combinations
🐂💦 (emphasized relief)
🐂😅 (double relief)
Combine with other emojis for unique expressions.