Double Right Arc Less-than Bracket Symbol
⦖ is the double right arc less-than bracket symbol (U+2996) used mainly in mathematical or typographic notation.
U+2996
⦖ is a specialized Unicode math/angle-like bracket. It’s often used when you want a distinctive “less-than bracket” form in text or equations. Use it anywhere you need a copyable symbol: web pages, documents, and design layouts.
Double Right Arc Less-than Bracket Symbol Meaning
⦖ (Unicode U+2996), named “DOUBLE RIGHT ARC LESS-THAN BRACKET,” visually combines a “less-than” bracket shape with a double right arc. In practice, it’s most commonly used as a decorative or structural glyph in mathematical and formal text, especially when authors want a specific bracket variant for grouping, ordering, or styling. Because it’s an uncommon Unicode character, it’s best used when you know your font supports it (or when you can fall back to another symbol). When typesetting, ensure consistent spacing and line height so it aligns cleanly with surrounding symbols.
Common uses
- •Mathematical notation where a distinctive bracket/glyph variant is needed
- •Styling set relations or comparisons in custom equation text
- •Creating consistent bracket-like design in technical documents
- •Typography details in posters, diagrams, or infographics for math themes
- •Labeling or marking sections in formatted educational materials
Examples
⦖ Double Right Arc Less-Than Bracket
- ⦖Let A ⦖ B represent an ordered relation in this notation.
- ⦖Use ⦖ to match the bracket style across all terms in the expression.
- ⦖The interval is written with a special bracket: x ⦖ y.
- ⦖In the diagram, the boundary is shown using ⦖ for emphasis.
- ⦖Choose ⦖ when you need a “double arc” less-than bracket look.
Variations
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Technical codes
| Unicode | U+2996 | |
| HTML Entity | ⦖ | |
| HTML Code | ⦖ | |
| CSS | \2996 |
FAQ
What does the Double Right Arc Less-than Bracket symbol mean?
⦖ (Unicode U+2996), named “DOUBLE RIGHT ARC LESS-THAN BRACKET,” visually combines a “less-than” bracket shape with a double right arc. In practice, it’s most commonly used as a decorative or structural glyph in mathematical and formal text, especially when authors want a specific bracket variant for grouping, ordering, or styling. Because it’s an uncommon Unicode character, it’s best used when you know your font supports it (or when you can fall back to another symbol). When typesetting, ensure consistent spacing and line height so it aligns cleanly with surrounding symbols.
What is the Unicode code point for ⦖?
⦖ has Unicode code point U+2996.
How can I type or copy ⦖ in a web or code editor?
You can copy the character directly. In code, you may use the Unicode escape \\u{2996} (JavaScript) or \\2996 (CSS escape), depending on your tooling.
Does ⦖ always render correctly in all fonts?
Not always. Since it’s a specialized symbol, rendering depends on whether the selected font supports U+2996.
Is ⦖ the same as a normal less-than sign (<)?
No. ⦖ is a specific bracket-like Unicode glyph (“double right arc less-than bracket”), while “<” is the standard less-than operator.