Parallel With Horizontal Stroke Symbol
⫲ is the “parallel with horizontal stroke” math symbol, useful for diagrams and technical notation.
U+2AF2
The symbol ⫲ is called “Parallel with Horizontal Stroke” in Unicode. It belongs to the Math category and is commonly used in typed technical content and symbol-based diagrams. Use it when you need a parallel-marking style with an added horizontal stroke.
Parallel With Horizontal Stroke Symbol Meaning
⫲ (U+2AF2) is the Unicode character “PARALLEL WITH HORIZONTAL STROKE.” Visually, it combines a parallel/slashed pair with an extra horizontal stroke, making it distinct from simpler parallel or equality-like marks. In practice, people use it in math, logic, set/structure diagrams, and typography for indicating relationships such as parallelism or matched components in a diagram. Because the exact semantics depend on your context, it’s best treated as a “layout/notation” symbol: choose it when you specifically want that horizontal-stroke parallel glyph rather than a plain parallel sign.
Common uses
- •Indicating parallel or matched components in technical diagrams
- •Formatting math/logic notes where a custom parallel marker is needed
- •Labeling relationships in flowcharts or structured outlines
- •Creating consistent typography in documents that include special math symbols
- •Designing UI or infographics that use mathematical-style notation
Examples
⫲ Parallel with Horizontal Stroke
- ⫲For the two segments ⫲, the direction vectors are parallel.
- ⫲Branch A ⫲ Branch B are treated as corresponding structures.
- ⫲In the diagram, corresponding lines are marked with ⫲.
- ⫲This system uses ⫲ to denote a parallel-with-stroke relationship.
- ⫲Note: replace the simple parallel mark with ⫲ for the correct glyph.
Variations
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Technical codes
| Unicode | U+2AF2 | |
| HTML Entity | ⫲ | |
| HTML Code | ⫲ | |
| CSS | \2AF2 |
FAQ
What is the Unicode name and codepoint for ⫲?
Unicode name: “PARALLEL WITH HORIZONTAL STROKE”. Code point: U+2AF2.
How do I copy ⫲ for use in HTML?
You can paste the character directly, or use the HTML entity: ⫲ (as provided).
How can I type ⫲ in CSS or JavaScript?
CSS escape: \\2AF2. JavaScript escape: \\u{2AF2}.
What does ⫲ mean in math or technical writing?
Its specific meaning depends on your notation, but it is generally used as a parallel-style marker with a horizontal stroke to indicate matched/parallel components in diagrams.