Subset Above Superset Symbol
⫓ is the “subset above superset” symbol used to express a specific ordering or containment relation in math text.
U+2AD3
The symbol ⫓ (Unicode U+2AD3) is known as “subset above superset.” It appears in mathematical notation and typeset documents where a relation between sets needs a distinct visual form. Use the copy options below to insert it consistently across tools.
Subset Above Superset Symbol Meaning
⫓ is the Unicode character named “SUBSET ABOVE SUPERSET” (U+2AD3). In mathematical typography, it is used to indicate a relationship between two sets that is visually distinguished from the more common subset and superset symbols. The added vertical arrangement conveys an “above” relationship alongside containment, making it useful when you want to emphasize the direction or hierarchy of the relation in a formula or diagram. Since symbol styling can vary by font, it’s best to test it in your target renderer to ensure the intended appearance matches your layout.
Common uses
- •Indicating an emphasized subset relation in set-theory expressions
- •Labeling diagrams where a smaller set is positioned above a larger set
- •Annotating educational material to distinguish two related inclusion relations
- •Formatting mathematical notes in word processors or slide decks
- •Creating consistent symbols in technical documents and typesetting workflows
Examples
⫓ Subset Above Superset Symbol
- ⫓A ⫓ B
- ⫓If X ⫓ Y, then X is contained in Y.
- ⫓We mark the relation as ⫓ in the diagram.
- ⫓Let S ⫓ T represent a subset-above-superset ordering.
- ⫓The notation ⫓ is used for a directed inclusion view.
Variations
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Technical codes
| Unicode | U+2AD3 | |
| HTML Entity | ⫓ | |
| HTML Code | ⫓ | |
| CSS | \2AD3 |
FAQ
What does the Subset Above Superset symbol mean?
⫓ is the Unicode character named “SUBSET ABOVE SUPERSET” (U+2AD3). In mathematical typography, it is used to indicate a relationship between two sets that is visually distinguished from the more common subset and superset symbols. The added vertical arrangement conveys an “above” relationship alongside containment, making it useful when you want to emphasize the direction or hierarchy of the relation in a formula or diagram. Since symbol styling can vary by font, it’s best to test it in your target renderer to ensure the intended appearance matches your layout.
What is the Unicode name and code point for ⫓?
⫓ is named “SUBSET ABOVE SUPERSET” and has Unicode code point U+2AD3.
How do I copy ⫓ into my document?
Copy the character directly (⫓). For code or text fields, you can also use the HTML entity ⫓ or the escapes \\2AD3 (CSS) and \\u{2AD3} (JavaScript).
Will ⫓ look the same in every font?
No—math symbols can vary by font and renderer. If the appearance matters, test the symbol in your final environment (browser, PDF engine, or word processor).
Is ⫓ the same as the usual subset (⊂) or superset (⊃) symbols?
Not exactly. ⫓ is specifically “subset above superset” (U+2AD3), which is a distinct notation from standard subset/superset symbols like ⊂ or ⊃.