Subset Of Symbol
The ⊂ symbol means “is a subset of,” commonly used to show set inclusion.
U+2282
The symbol ⊂ is the “subset of” sign. It’s widely used in math to indicate that one set is contained within another. You can copy it directly or use the provided HTML/CSS/JavaScript escapes.
Subset Of Symbol Meaning
⊂ (Unicode name: “SUBSET OF”, code point U+2282) represents the mathematical relationship “is a subset of.” In set notation, A ⊂ B means every element of set A also belongs to set B. It’s typically used for inclusion statements, such as when describing which items belong to a group or when outlining constraints like “all valid cases are within the allowed set.” In writing, it may also appear informally to suggest containment or belonging, but its most precise meaning is set inclusion in mathematics and related technical fields.
Common uses
- •Writing formal set theory statements like A ⊂ B to show inclusion
- •Labeling relationships between categories in data modeling or schematics
- •Indicating constraints in algorithms or specifications (valid set is within a larger set)
- •Creating clear notation in math homework, tutoring notes, and worksheets
- •Using in documentation or diagrams to communicate “contained in” relationships
Examples
⊂ Subset Of Symbol (U+2282)
- ⊂A ⊂ B means A is contained in B
- ⊂Team members in group X ⊂ all members of the organization
- ⊂If x ∈ A and A ⊂ B, then x ∈ B
- ⊂Valid inputs V ⊂ allowed inputs A
- ⊂The set of even numbers ⊂ the set of integers
Variations
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Technical codes
| Unicode | U+2282 | |
| HTML Entity | ⊂ | |
| HTML Code | ⊂ | |
| CSS | \2282 | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 8834 | |
| Decimal | 8834 |
How to type Subset Of Symbol (⊂)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 8834 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 2282 then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 2282. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 2282, 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 ⊂ symbol mean?
It means “subset of”: A ⊂ B indicates that every element of A is also an element of B.
How do I copy the subset of symbol?
Copy the character directly from this page (⊂) and paste it into your document, design tool, or text field.
What is the Unicode code point for ⊂?
The symbol ⊂ has Unicode code point U+2282.
How can I use ⊂ in code (HTML/CSS/JavaScript)?
HTML entity: ⊂. CSS escape: \\2282. JavaScript escape: \\u{2282}.