Intercalate Symbol
⊺ is the Intercalate symbol (U+22BA), used in math-related notation and text systems that support Unicode.
U+22BA
The ⊺ character is named “INTERCALATE” in Unicode. It’s a math category symbol (U+22BA) that you can copy or insert using common encoding formats.
Intercalate Symbol Meaning
The symbol ⊺ (Unicode: INTERCALATE, U+22BA) is a math-oriented character. Its name suggests an “intercalation” idea: inserting or alternating elements between others. In practice, you may encounter it in typography-heavy documents, custom mathematical notation, or design work where a distinctive mark is needed. Because this character is niche, its exact interpretation can vary by author or context—so it’s best treated as a specialized symbol for math notation, set/sequence presentation, or stylized mathematical text rather than a universally standardized operator.
Common uses
- •Using it as a distinctive marker in mathematical or logical diagrams
- •Representing an interleaving or alternating concept in your own notation
- •Adding a math symbol in academic-style posts, slides, or notes
- •Typing it in Unicode-capable apps for consistent cross-platform display
- •Designing typographic elements or UI icons that need a math glyph
Examples
⊺ Intercalate Symbol (U+22BA)
- ⊺Let a ⊺ b denote an interleaving order.
- ⊺Sequence elements are written as x ⊺ y in alternating form.
- ⊺Use ⊺ to visually separate intercalated steps.
- ⊺Define the operator ⊺ when combining two lists.
- ⊺In the proof, we apply ⊺ to alternate terms.
Variations
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Technical codes
| Unicode | U+22BA | |
| HTML Entity | ⊺ | |
| HTML Code | ⊺ | |
| CSS | \22BA | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 8890 | |
| Decimal | 8890 |
How to type Intercalate Symbol (⊺)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 8890 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 22BA then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 22BA. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 22ba, then press Enter or Space.
Anywhere
Copy ⊺ with the button above and paste it wherever you need it — this works on every device and in every app, with no keyboard shortcut to remember.
FAQ
What does the Intercalate symbol mean?
The symbol ⊺ (Unicode: INTERCALATE, U+22BA) is a math-oriented character. Its name suggests an “intercalation” idea: inserting or alternating elements between others. In practice, you may encounter it in typography-heavy documents, custom mathematical notation, or design work where a distinctive mark is needed. Because this character is niche, its exact interpretation can vary by author or context—so it’s best treated as a specialized symbol for math notation, set/sequence presentation, or stylized mathematical text rather than a universally standardized operator.
What is the Unicode code point for ⊺?
The symbol ⊺ is Unicode U+22BA.
How do I type ⊺ in HTML?
Use the HTML entity: ⊺
What is the CSS escape for ⊺?
The CSS escape is: \\22BA
How do I include ⊺ in JavaScript?
Use the JavaScript escape: \\u{22BA}