| Emoji | Name | Meaning | Category | Codepoint | Shortcodes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☢ | Radioactive | Indicates radioactivity or radiation hazard | Symbols | U+2622 | :radioactive: |
☢
Meaning
The ☢ emoji depicts the international symbol for radioactivity, signaling the presence of radioactive materials or radiation risks.
Common Uses
- Marking hazardous or radioactive content in text or graphics.
- Warning about potential radiation exposure in safety communications.
- Used metaphorically to indicate danger or toxicity in informal chats.
- Referring to nuclear energy or radioactive science topics.
- Decorative or symbolic references to radiation themes.
Examples
Handle with care ☢
Warning: radioactive area ☢
Feeling toxic today ☢
Related Emojis
- ☣ Biohazard: represents biological hazards, distinct from radiation concerns.
- ⚠️ Warning: general caution symbol without specific reference to radiation.
- 🔬 Microscope: science-related, but focused on observation rather than hazards.
- ♻️ Recycling symbol: environmental focus without risk implication.
Technical Notes
This emoji corresponds to the Unicode codepoint U+2622, introduced in Unicode around 1993. It belongs to the Symbols category and appears similarly across major platforms with slight stylistic differences. It does not support skin tone variations.
FAQ
What does the ☢ emoji mean?
A symbol for radioactivity and radiation hazards.
How is the ☢ emoji used?
It highlights radiation risks, warns of hazards, or connotes toxicity informally.
Does the meaning of the ☢ emoji change by context?
It can be literal in safety contexts or figurative to imply danger or toxicity in casual chat.