Maple Leaf

The maple leaf emoji can be used to refer to mundane things such as fall, maple syrup, Canada and of course leaves. It can also refer to marijuana.

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The maple leaf emoji is often paired with others when used in reference to drugs such as wind 💨, fire 🔥, rocket ship 🚀 or herb 🌿.

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Harmless Use

When the maple leaf is being used to refer to mundane, harmless things like fall it will often be paired with other leaf emojis or fall emojis and language referring to the season or seasonal activities.

"Heck yeah fall is here! That means it's time for some pumpkin spice lattes! 🍁🍂☕🍂🍁"

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Use as Drug Reference

When used as a drug reference it will often be used alongside other emojis to communicate and keep meaning hidden

"Hey what's up?"

“Gunna 🍁🚀.”

While emojis are often used to represent feelings (like joy and excitement), teens often use these icons instead of words to refer to certain illegal drugs. The meaning of the maple leaf emoji is all about the context in which it is used.

If you feel that your child is using this emoji in reference to drugs, it may be appropriate to talk to your child about how drug use can affect their future.

Remember, when talking to your child about potential drug use:

1. Stay Calm
2. Listen
3. Dont Lie
4. Be Clear on Rules
5. Be Open

Offering alternative activities and supporting positive activities are important to helping your child grow up to be a wonderful, independent adult.