hamster
A cartoon depiction of a hamster's face, typically shown with large cheeks, a small nose, and whiskers. The color often varies, but light brown or grey is common.
There are different emoji meanings for hamster in different cultures:
- Western culture
- Often associated with pets, cuteness, smallness, or sometimes the act of 'hoarding' or 'stuffing cheeks' with items.
- East Asian culture
- Similar associations with cuteness and pets. In some contexts, hamsters are popular as small, low-maintenance pets, reinforcing these positive associations.