keycap * Emoji

Literally representing an asterisk symbol on a keyboard, the keycap * emoji is often used figuratively to indicate a correction or addition to a previous message, similar to how an asterisk is used in writing to denote a footnote, and in slang, it can be used to imply a sarcastic or ironic tone, as if the user is correcting themselves or adding a comment in a humorous way, its meaning can also be related to the use of asterisks in online communities to censor or bleep out profanity, giving it a somewhat playful or cheeky connotation, and in some cases, it is used to add emphasis or draw attention to a particular part of a message.

In texting and online comments, the keycap * emoji is frequently used to add a lighthearted or humorous touch to a message, while in platforms like TikTok and Twitter, it is often employed to convey a sense of irony or sarcasm, with younger users being more likely to use it in this way, and the tone can range from playful and teasing to slightly mocking or self-deprecating, depending on the context and the user's intention, and it is also used in captions to add a touch of personality or whimsy to an otherwise straightforward message.

To use the keycap * emoji, tap the Copy button above, then paste it (long-press then Paste on mobile, or Ctrl+V / Cmd+V on desktop) anywhere you can type: messages, captions, usernames, bios and documents. It copies the real Unicode character (U+002A U+FE0F U+20E3), so it works on every app and platform, no download needed.