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No Littering Symbol
noh LIT-er-ing
Definitions
1
Symbols · Prohibition
Common
A prohibition symbol indicating that littering or disposing of trash improperly is not allowed in a particular area.
Used in environmental contexts, public awareness messages, or to remind others to dispose of waste properly.
Remember to take all your trash with you when you leave the park 🚯
Public park announcement
Our beach cleanup crew is working hard to make this a 🚯 zone!
Environmental campaign
Represents growing environmental consciousness and public space regulation in digital communication.
2
Environment · Advocacy
Uncommon
Used metaphorically to advocate for environmental cleanliness or to express disapproval of pollution and waste.
Often appears in environmental activism contexts or discussions about sustainability.
Keep our oceans plastic-free 🚯 #SaveOurSeas
Environmental social media campaign
Reflects growing digital environmental activism and climate consciousness.
Evolution Timeline
2015
Introduction in Unicode 6.0 as part of standardized prohibition symbols for digital communication.
Growing need for environmental messaging in digital spaces.
2018
Increased usage in environmental activism hashtags following plastic straw bans and zero-waste movement.
Rising public concern about single-use plastics and ocean pollution.
Cultural Context
Represents the global shift toward environmental consciousness and public responsibility for waste management in shared spaces.
Symbolizes social norms around cleanliness and shared responsibility for public spaces, reflecting community standards.
Part of the digital expression of environmental values, allowing users to advocate for cleanliness in online contexts.
Regional Variations
United States
Commonly used in environmental education contexts and public awareness campaigns about littering laws.
Generational Usage
Gen_X: Used practically in community announcements and public space communications.
Gen_Z: Used in environmental activism content, especially regarding plastic pollution and climate action campaigns.
Older: Less frequently used, but appears in formal community notices and environmental education materials.
Millennials: Employed in sustainability messaging and outdoor recreation contexts to promote responsible environmental behavior.
Common Combinations
🚯🌊
Don't pollute oceans or waterways
Used in marine conservation campaigns and beach cleanup messaging.
🚯🌍
Environmental protection and anti-littering advocacy
Used in global environmental campaigns and Earth Day messaging.
🚯🏞️
Keep natural areas and parks clean
Used in national park communications and outdoor recreation guidance.