Outlined Latin Cross Symbol
✟ is the outlined latin cross symbol (U+271F) used for simple cross marks in text and design.
U+271F
✟ (U+271F) is a Dingbats character that appears as an outlined Latin cross. It’s commonly used as a lightweight symbol for labels, icons, or decorative separators. Below you’ll find copy options and developer-friendly escape codes.
Outlined Latin Cross Symbol Meaning
The ✟ character is named “OUTLINED LATIN CROSS” (U+271F). Visually, it resembles a cross rendered with an outline, which makes it useful when you want a minimal, line-based mark rather than a filled icon. In everyday use, it may represent a Christian cross, but it can also function more broadly as a generic “cross” or “mark” in UI text—such as a typographic symbol for badges, headings, or section dividers. Because it’s a simple Dingbats character, it’s often chosen for readability in plain text, social posts, and lightweight designs where a full icon set isn’t needed.
Common uses
- •As a small religious-themed marker in text headings or bullet lists
- •As a minimalist icon in posters, flyers, or thumbnail designs
- •As a decorative separator between sections in social media captions
- •As a label or tag symbol in notes, templates, and templates
- •As a quick UI glyph for “cross” status or categorization in plain text interfaces
Examples
✟ Outlined Latin Cross Symbol
- ✟Meet us at 5 PM ✟
- ✟Service ✟ Sunday schedule
- ✟Chapter 3 ✟ Resources
- ✟Community event: ✟ All welcome
- ✟Status: ✟ Noted
Variations
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Technical codes
| Unicode | U+271F | |
| HTML Entity | ✟ | |
| HTML Code | ✟ | |
| CSS | \271F |
FAQ
What does the Outlined Latin Cross symbol mean?
The ✟ character is named “OUTLINED LATIN CROSS” (U+271F). Visually, it resembles a cross rendered with an outline, which makes it useful when you want a minimal, line-based mark rather than a filled icon. In everyday use, it may represent a Christian cross, but it can also function more broadly as a generic “cross” or “mark” in UI text—such as a typographic symbol for badges, headings, or section dividers. Because it’s a simple Dingbats character, it’s often chosen for readability in plain text, social posts, and lightweight designs where a full icon set isn’t needed.
What Unicode character is ✟?
✟ is U+271F, named “OUTLINED LATIN CROSS”.
How do I copy ✟ in HTML?
Use the HTML entity: ✟ (or the hex form ✟).
What are the CSS and JavaScript escape codes for ✟?
CSS escape: \\271F. JavaScript escape: \\u{271F}.
Is ✟ always religious in meaning?
It resembles a Christian cross, but in plain text and design it’s also often used as a minimal “cross” marker or decorative symbol. Context determines the exact intent.