Square Cup Symbol
⊔ (Square Cup) is a math-style symbol used to represent a “cup”-shaped operation.
U+2294
The symbol ⊔ is commonly known as the Square Cup. It appears in mathematical and technical writing, especially where cup-like notation is used. Use it as a clean, copyable character in plain text, documents, and UI labels.
Square Cup Symbol Meaning
⊔ is the Unicode “SQUARE CUP” character (U+2294). As a math symbol, it is often used to denote a cup-shaped operator or to express a related set or lattice idea in mathematical notation. In practice, people use it as a visual marker for an operation rather than typing words like “cup.” Because it’s a single character, it can be helpful in equations, diagrams, and formatted notes where consistent typography matters. When publishing or sharing text, you may need to verify font support so the symbol renders as expected.
Common uses
- •Writing set or lattice expressions in math notes and homework
- •Labeling diagram elements in technical illustrations and schematics
- •Formatting UI tooltips or documentation that refer to a “cup” operator
- •Drafting equations or proofs in plain text editors that support Unicode
- •Creating typographic symbols in presentations or design mockups
Examples
⊔ Square Cup Symbol
- ⊔Let A ⊔ B represent the combined object under the cup operation.
- ⊔In the diagram, the operation is shown using ⊔ between two terms.
- ⊔Define f(x) using ⊔ to indicate the chosen operator.
- ⊔We write S ⊔ T to denote the cup-style combination.
- ⊔For this step, replace the placeholder with ⊔.
Variations
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Technical codes
| Unicode | U+2294 | |
| HTML Entity | ⊔ | |
| HTML Code | ⊔ | |
| CSS | \2294 | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 8852 | |
| Decimal | 8852 |
How to type Square Cup Symbol (⊔)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 8852 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 2294 then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 2294. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 2294, 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 Square Cup symbol mean?
⊔ is the Unicode “SQUARE CUP” character (U+2294). As a math symbol, it is often used to denote a cup-shaped operator or to express a related set or lattice idea in mathematical notation. In practice, people use it as a visual marker for an operation rather than typing words like “cup.” Because it’s a single character, it can be helpful in equations, diagrams, and formatted notes where consistent typography matters. When publishing or sharing text, you may need to verify font support so the symbol renders as expected.
What is the Unicode name of ⊔?
Its Unicode name is “SQUARE CUP”.
What is the Unicode code point for ⊔?
The code point is U+2294.
How can I copy ⊔ into my text?
Copy the character directly: ⊔. You can also use the HTML entity (⊔) or the escape forms provided on this page.
Will ⊔ always display correctly in my browser or app?
It depends on font support. If it doesn’t render, try using a Unicode-compatible font or copy it using the exact character (rather than an image).