Meaning
A zombie with torn clothes, a blank stare and arms stretched forward, the walking undead of horror films. This is the gender-neutral version; man and woman versions exist, and none of them offer skin tones.
It is the classic emoji for feeling half-alive: early mornings, exam weeks, jet lag or a long night shift. It is also used for horror games and Halloween: “Slept three hours, walking into class like a zombie 🧟”