drop of blood
An emoji depicting a person wearing a medical mask, often used to represent health, sickness, or protection from airborne particles.
There are different emoji meanings for drop of blood in different cultures:
- Western culture
- Often associated with illness (e.g., flu), healthcare professionals, or more recently, adherence to public health guidelines (e.g., during pandemics).
- East Asian culture
- Commonly used for personal hygiene, protecting others from one's own minor illness, or protection from pollution, even before global pandemics. It can be a regular part of daily wear for some.