ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Icon

An icon is a small picture that represents something else. It's like when you draw a sun to show that it's daytime or a moon to show that it's nighttime. An icon is usually a simple image that helps you recognize what it stands for. For example, a picture of a phone is an icon for making calls, and a picture of a letter is an icon for sending emails. Icons can be found on your computer, your phone, and even on signs on the street. They help us find what we need quickly without having to read lots of words.