The emoji with the Unicode 1F346 represents an
Eggplant. It is not a combined Unicode, meaning it stands alone in its representation. The emoji is a graphical representation of a purple eggplant, a vegetable known for its large, elongated shape and deep purple color.
The primary and most common use of the eggplant emoji is to represent the vegetable itself, especially in the context of food, cooking, or gardening. However, due to its phallic shape, it has also been widely used in digital communication to represent male genitalia, often in a humorous or suggestive context.
Non-romantic or non-obvious uses of the eggplant emoji include representing the color purple, or as a symbol for health and diet, given that eggplants are nutritious vegetables. It can also be used to express a love for gardening or vegetarian cuisine.
The eggplant emoji has gained significant cultural significance due to its suggestive use. It has been notably banned from Instagram's search function because of this. Despite its controversial usage, it remains a popular emoji, especially among younger demographics.
Related emojis include other vegetable emojis, such as the 🥦 (broccoli) and 🥕 (carrot), which can also represent health, diet, or vegetarianism. The 🍠 (sweet potato) emoji shares a similar elongated shape, and the 🍇 (grapes) emoji is similar in color.
The eggplant emoji has unique associations with certain apps and communities. For example, on Snapchat, it is often used in a suggestive manner due to its phallic symbolism. In the LGBTQ+ community, it can be used as a playful symbol of male homosexuality. Despite its varied uses, it's important to be aware of the potential for misinterpretation, especially in more formal or professional contexts.