⋔
Math Operator 209
- Unicode
- U+22D4
- Category
- Math
- HTML Entity
- ⋔
- CSS
- \22D4
The ⋔ symbol, officially known as the Pitchfork in Unicode, is a mathematical operator resembling a three-pronged agricultural tool. In mathematics, it is primarily used in set theory and topology to denote proper intersection or a "forking" relation. Outside of complex equations, internet users often copy and paste this character to represent a literal pitchfork in text art, jokingly signaling a mob mentality or faux outrage on social media platforms.
How to Type
- Windows
- Type 22D4 then press Alt+X in Microsoft Word, or use the Character Map
- macOS
- Control+Command+Space to open Character Viewer, then search "pitchfork"
- Linux
- Ctrl+Shift+U, type 22d4, then Enter
- HTML
- ⋔ or ⋔
In Programming
In mathematical typesetting environments like LaTeX, this symbol is rendered using the command \pitchfork to represent transversality or proper intersection in advanced topology equations.
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