microbe
A brown, circular, single-celled organism emoji commonly known as a bacterium or microbe. It features a cell body with a few hair-like cilia or flagella extending from its surface, indicating movement.
There are different emoji meanings for microbe in different cultures:
- Western culture
- Primarily associated with science, biology, health, disease, hygiene, or sometimes used humorously for 'germs'.
- East Asian culture
- Similar associations with science, health, and disease; can also be used in contexts related to fermentation or specific biological processes.
