Did you know that the word tattoo comes from the Tahitian word Tatu, which means to mark something?
Tattooing is believed to have existed as early as 12,000 years before Christ.
The Egyptians are believed to have used tattooing extensively around the time when pyramids were made.
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Today, few things make a better fashion statement than a well-designed and inked emblem.
Here are some of the best tattoo ideas for men in 2018.
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you might have fantastic sleeve tattoos for men on the sleeves and wrist tattoos for men on the wrist.
There are even people who are daring enough to have their face and neck inked!
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It is an amazing design for the inner side of your forearm.
Compass
A compass is important among travellers because it gives them a sense of direction.
A pyramid clock means longevity and the wisdom of the time.
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It can also mean spirituality and determination that transcends time.
Here is an interesting design of tribal forearm emblems for men.
It originates from Hawaii.
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Mandala eye
The emblem, which comprises two circles and an eye, denotes wholeness.
It also shows balance, perfection and eternity.
This combination signifies secret knowledge or mysterious wisdom, and the end of a certain period in someones life.
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Dagger
These have different meanings.
If the dagger is piercing a heart, it could mean betrayal.
A dagger skull emblem symbolizes death.
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The lion is considered a solar animal and it also shows power and spirituality.
Cross
This one is another old school, but still popular this year.
The cross represents a connection between the physical and the spiritual.
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The loops are a symbol of the cyclical nature of life while for Christians, it signifies salvation.
Eagle
An eagle always symbolizes courage and focus.
Old as the image is in Tattoo culture, it is still one of the most popular ones.
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The movement was started by Amy Bleuel, who lost her father to suicide.
Below is an image of the tattoo.
You get this emblem to indicate that something keeps you grounded or gives you stability.
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Glyph
This simple emblem means that you have the zeal and love to explore.
This is where massive and elaborate tattoo designs are made because there is space.
The designs made on the chest are also suitable for the back and the torso.
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Here are a few designs that are gaining popularity this year.
Wing chest
The emblem means that you have connected to nature and you are a free spirit.
Chesire cats eye
This represents a connection to a nostalgic childhood history.
It could also mean that one has a vision.
These are just a few of the interesting emblem designs that have emerged this year.
Other ideas that you could explore include leg tattoos for men.
This is the situation where you go with your gut.
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