Reverse Solidus Operator Symbol
⧵ (Reverse Solidus Operator) is a math symbol used in technical contexts and text formatting scenarios.
U+29F5
The symbol ⧵ is named the Reverse Solidus Operator. It has a distinct Unicode code point (U+29F5) and can be copied or inserted using standard escape sequences. This page helps you understand common usage and quickly reuse the character in your work.
Reverse Solidus Operator Symbol Meaning
⧵ is the Unicode character called “REVERSE SOLIDUS OPERATOR” (U+29F5). In practice, it’s mainly treated as a mathematical or technical glyph distinct from the more common solidus “/” or reverse solidus “\\”. Depending on the font and the system, it may be used to represent an operator-like form of a slash in mathematical expressions, documentation, or specialized notation. Because it’s a dedicated Unicode character rather than plain punctuation, it’s often chosen for clarity when you want a specific look or want to avoid mixing it up with standard slash characters in code, typesetting, or styled text.
Common uses
- •Adding a distinct operator-like slash in math notes or documentation
- •Typing specialized symbols in plain text where you need U+29F5 specifically
- •Using it in technical UI text, labels, or annotated diagrams
- •Representing a nonstandard slash glyph in design mockups or typography
- •Including the character in code-adjacent content using Unicode escapes
Examples
⧵ Reverse Solidus Operator
- ⧵Define f(x) ⧵ g(x) as an operator difference.
- ⧵Use ⧵ to separate terms in this notation.
- ⧵The string contains the glyph ⧵, not the standard backslash.
- ⧵In the formula, ⧵ indicates a special operator.
- ⧵Copy this symbol: ⧵
Variations
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Technical codes
| Unicode | U+29F5 | |
| HTML Entity | ⧵ | |
| HTML Code | ⧵ | |
| CSS | \29F5 |
FAQ
What does the Reverse Solidus Operator symbol mean?
⧵ is the Unicode character called “REVERSE SOLIDUS OPERATOR” (U+29F5). In practice, it’s mainly treated as a mathematical or technical glyph distinct from the more common solidus “/” or reverse solidus “\\”. Depending on the font and the system, it may be used to represent an operator-like form of a slash in mathematical expressions, documentation, or specialized notation. Because it’s a dedicated Unicode character rather than plain punctuation, it’s often chosen for clarity when you want a specific look or want to avoid mixing it up with standard slash characters in code, typesetting, or styled text.
What is ⧵ called?
It’s called the “Reverse Solidus Operator.” Its Unicode code point is U+29F5.
How do I copy ⧵?
You can copy the character directly from this page, or insert it using the provided escapes: HTML entity ⧵ and CSS escape \\29F5.
Is ⧵ the same as a backslash \\ character?
No. ⧵ is a distinct Unicode symbol from the standard backslash (\\). It may look similar in some fonts, but it’s a different character with its own code point.
How can I type ⧵ in JavaScript?
Use the Unicode escape: \\u{29F5}.