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Contains With Overbar Symbol

⋽ denotes a “contains” relationship marked with an overbar.

U+22FD

The symbol ⋽ is called “Contains with Overbar” (Unicode U+22FD). It’s mainly used in mathematical or technical notation to indicate a modified “contains” relationship. This page helps you copy it safely across text, HTML, and code.

Contains With Overbar Symbol Meaning

⋽ (Unicode U+22FD), named “CONTAINS WITH OVERBAR,” is a mathematical symbol that expresses a “contains” relationship combined with an overbar decoration. In practice, an overbar often signals an additional condition, qualification, or emphasis compared with a plain “contains” sign. Because conventions can vary by textbook or notation style, it’s best to treat ⋽ as a specialized variant used where your source specifically calls for “contains with overbar,” rather than assuming an exact meaning outside that context.

Common uses

  • Indicating a qualified “contains” relation in math typesetting
  • Marking subset/superset-style constraints in formal documents
  • Labeling conditions in lecture notes or proofs
  • Using consistent notation across technical reports and papers
  • Creating diagram or specification text that mirrors formal notation

Examples

⋽ Contains with Overbar Symbol

  • A ⋽ B indicates a contains-with-overbar relationship.
  • We write ⋽ to distinguish this case from the plain contains form.
  • Let S ⋽ T under the additional overbar condition.
  • In the equation, ⋽ marks the qualified containment.
  • The notation ⋽ is used throughout the proof to mean the modified contains relation.

Variations

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Technical codes

UnicodeU+22FD
HTML Entity⋽
HTML Code⋽
CSS\22FD

FAQ

What does the Contains With Overbar symbol mean?

⋽ (Unicode U+22FD), named “CONTAINS WITH OVERBAR,” is a mathematical symbol that expresses a “contains” relationship combined with an overbar decoration. In practice, an overbar often signals an additional condition, qualification, or emphasis compared with a plain “contains” sign. Because conventions can vary by textbook or notation style, it’s best to treat ⋽ as a specialized variant used where your source specifically calls for “contains with overbar,” rather than assuming an exact meaning outside that context.

What is the Unicode for ⋽?

⋽ is Unicode U+22FD, named “CONTAINS WITH OVERBAR.”

How do I copy ⋽ into HTML?

You can use the HTML entity ⋽.

What is the CSS escape for ⋽?

The CSS escape is \\22FD.

Where is ⋽ typically used?

It’s mainly used in mathematical or technical writing where a “contains” relationship with an overbar decoration is specified.