needsymbol

noun
UK /ˈniːdˌsɪmbəl/
US /ˈniːdˌsɪmbəl/

A needsymbol is a little picture or sign that shows something you must have.

The teacher put a needsymbol of a water drop on the chart to remind us to drink.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A small drawing used on a map or form to stand for something people require.

The form used a needsymbol to show where food was needed.

3. A computer character that stands for a missing or required item.

The program showed a needsymbol where the password should go.

4. A badge or sticker that tells others what a person needs.

He wore a needsymbol on his bag so helpers knew he needed quiet.