∨

Logical Or Symbol (∨)

Copy the Logical Or symbol ∨ to your clipboard, and see its Unicode code point, HTML entity, LaTeX command and how to type it on any device.

What does ∨ mean?

∨ is logical OR (disjunction): A ∨ B is true when at least one is true. Its official Unicode name is LOGICAL OR.

Codes and properties

Character∨
Unicode nameLOGICAL OR
Code pointU+2228
Decimal8744
Unicode blockMathematical Operators
HTML entity∨ · ∨ · ∨
CSS\2228
JavaScript / JSON\u2228
Python\u2228 or \N{LOGICAL OR}
UTF-8 bytesE2 88 A8
LaTeX\vee

How to type ∨

  • Copy & paste: press the Copy button above, then paste ∨ anywhere — Word, Google Docs, email, chat or code.
  • Windows (Word, WordPad, Outlook): type 2228 then press Alt+X. In any app, Win+. opens the symbol panel.
  • Mac: switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, hold Option and type 2228; or press Ctrl+Cmd+Space and search “logical or”.
  • Linux (GTK/IBus): press Ctrl+Shift+U, type 2228, then Space.
  • HTML: ∨ renders as ∨.
  • LaTeX: \vee in math mode (amssymb package for some symbols).

Frequently asked questions

How do I type ∨ on Windows?

In Microsoft Word type 2228 and press Alt+X. In any app press Win+. to open the symbol panel, or copy ∨ from this page.

What is the HTML code for ∨?

Use ∨ or ∨ (hex) or ∨ (decimal).

What is the LaTeX command for ∨?

Use \vee in math mode.

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