Sponge

It is commonly used to represent cleaning, tidying, or chores, and can also be used to indicate soaking up or absorbing information.

This emoji is quite popular and is often used on social media, especially by younger age groups. It is commonly used on platforms like Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook, where users may share their cleaning routines or show off their newly organized spaces. It is also commonly used in text messages and in comments on social media posts.

This emoji is not considered rude or offensive in any way. In fact, it is often used in a playful or lighthearted manner, such as when someone is joking about cleaning or being a neat freak. It can also be used to express gratitude or appreciation for someone who helps with household chores.

The history of this emoji dates back to 2017 when it was approved as part of Unicode 10.0. It was originally created by Google as part of their "blob" emoji design, which featured more cartoon-like and expressive emojis. However, with the release of iOS 12.1 in 2018, Apple revamped their emoji design to be more realistic and detailed, and the sponge emoji was given a more traditional look.

Since its release, the sponge emoji has become a popular choice for representing cleaning and household tasks, and has also been used in various memes and jokes on social media. Its popularity has only grown over time, and it is now a staple in the emoji keyboard for many users.