U+12357 "𒍗" Cuneiform Sign Ush2 Unicode Character

U+12357 "𒍗" Cuneiform Sign Ush2 is a specific grapheme from the Sumero Akkadian cuneiform script, representing a variant of the sign for the word *ush* which carries meanings related to poison, venom, or bitter liquid. This particular form, distinguished by a different arrangement or number of wedge impressions compared to the standard Ush sign, was used in ancient Mesopotamian cuneiform inscriptions to denote toxic substances in administrative, medical, and magical texts. As part of the Cuneiform Unicode block, its inclusion allows for the accurate digital representation of this ancient writing system, preserving the lexical distinctions crucial for studying the languages and cultures of early Mesopotamia.