⊼
Math Operator 185
- Unicode
- U+22BC
- Category
- Math
- HTML Entity
- ⊼
- CSS
- \22BC
The ⊼ (NAND) symbol represents the logical "Not AND" operation in mathematics, formal logic, and computer science. Visually formed by adding a small horizontal bar above the logical AND symbol (∧), it evaluates to false only if both of its operands are true. It is widely used in boolean algebra and digital logic design to denote NAND gates, which serve as the universal building blocks for modern digital circuits.
How to Type
- Windows
- 22BC then Alt+X in Word, or Win+. then search
- macOS
- Control+Command+Space then search "NAND"
- Linux
- Ctrl+Shift+U then 22bc
- HTML
- ⊼
In Programming
In computer engineering and digital circuit design, the ⊼ symbol signifies a NAND gate or boolean NAND operation. It is a foundational concept in logic design, as any conceivable boolean function can be constructed entirely out of NAND operations.
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⊼ symbol