The mouse trap emoji depicts a classic spring-loaded trap for catching mice.
Unicode: U+1FAA4
The mouse trap emoji represents a traditional spring-loaded trap used to catch and eliminate mice or other small rodents. It is often used to symbolize pest control, home maintenance, or dealing with unwanted situations or problems. The emoji can also be used metaphorically to suggest being caught or trapped in a difficult circumstance.
I set up a few mouse traps in the attic after hearing scratching noises up there.
My boss sprung a mouse trap on me with that surprise project deadline.
Be careful not to get caught in the mouse trap of procrastination!