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☦️ Orthodox Cross Emoji — Meaning & Usage
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Description
The Orthodox cross with three horizontal bars, a symbol of Eastern Orthodox Christianity. Features the distinctive slanted lower crossbar unique to Orthodox tradition.
When to Use
Use for Eastern Orthodox Christianity, religious holidays (Orthodox Christmas/Easter), or discussing Orthodox traditions.
Example Usage
- “Orthodox Easter 🐣 ☦️”
- “Beautiful Orthodox cathedral ☦️”
- “Orthodox tradition ☦️”
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How Orthodox Cross looks across platforms
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does ☦️ mean in a text message?▼
The Orthodox cross with three horizontal bars, a symbol of Eastern Orthodox Christianity. Features the distinctive slanted lower crossbar unique to Orthodox tradition. Use for Eastern Orthodox Christianity, religious holidays (Orthodox Christmas/Easter), or discussing Orthodox traditions. The tone can shift depending on context — a message to a friend reads differently than one to a coworker.
What is the official Unicode name for ☦️?▼
Each emoji has an official name assigned by the Unicode Consortium, which may differ from common names used in apps. The Orthodox Cross emoji's official designation is listed in the Unicode CLDR (Common Locale Data Repository). Shortcode names like those on Slack or Discord are platform-specific.
Can screen readers interpret ☦️?▼
Yes. Screen readers announce emoji by their Unicode name, so ☦️ would be read aloud as "Orthodox Cross." When using multiple emoji in a row, screen readers read each one individually, which can be overwhelming — so use them sparingly in accessible content.
What is the shortcode for ☦️?▼
On platforms like Slack and Discord, you can type `:orthodox_cross:` to insert the Orthodox Cross emoji. On GitHub, the same shortcodes work in issues and comments.
Unicode
U+2626-fe0f
Category
Symbols
Added
Unicode 1.0
Shortcodes
:orthodox_cross:Keywords
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When to Use ☦️ Orthodox Cross
Use for Eastern Orthodox Christianity, religious holidays (Orthodox Christmas/Easter), or discussing Orthodox traditions.
- •Send ☦️ when you want to express or reference "orthodox cross" in a message — it instantly conveys the meaning without extra words
- •Use ☦️ in conversations about suppedaneum or religion to add visual emphasis and make your point clearer
- •React with ☦️ Orthodox Cross on social media posts, stories, or comments related to orthodox cross
- •Combine ☦️ with related emoji in captions or bios — works well when talking about suppedaneum, religion
⌨️ Keyboard Shortcuts
Open your system emoji picker to type any emoji directly:
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