skull
Spooky skull! Perfect for death, danger, Halloween, mortality, or dead serious.
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Meaning of skull Emoji
A classic human skull, this emoji is the universal symbol for death and danger. It’s often used in serious contexts to represent mortality or as a warning sign for something hazardous or poisonous. It has a spooky, macabre vibe perfect for Halloween.
In modern internet culture, the skull has taken on a new, humorous meaning. It's frequently used to mean "I'm dead" or "I'm dying," not literally, but from laughing so hard at a joke. It’s a way to express that something is absolutely hilarious or ridiculously funny.
Alternative Meanings of skull Emoji
Gen Z
Used to express extreme laughter, as in 'I'm dying with laughter.'
Millennial
Represents tiredness or playful exhaustion.