Math Operator 48

Unicode
U+2233
Category
Math
HTML Entity
∳
CSS
\2233
The ∳ symbol represents an anticlockwise contour integral, a concept heavily used in complex analysis and vector calculus. It features a standard integral sign paired with a circle and a counter-clockwise arrow, explicitly indicating the direction of integration along a closed path. While you won't spot it in casual social media posts, it is vital for typesetting precise equations in scientific research and advanced physics textbooks.

How to Type

Windows
Type 2233 then Alt+X (in Word), or Win+. then search 'integral'
macOS
Control+Command+Space then search 'anticlockwise contour'
Linux
Ctrl+Shift+U then 2233
HTML
∳ or ∳

In Programming

In computational mathematics and technical formatting, this symbol is primarily rendered using LaTeX commands like \varointcounterclockwise. It is used to accurately display complex path integration formulas in scientific documentation and math software.

Tags

anticlockwise integral calculus closed path closed path integral complex analysis counterclockwise contour counterclockwise direction directed integral symbol line integral mathematics physics notation vector calculus

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