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Approaches the Limit Symbol (≐)
Copy the Approaches the Limit 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?
≐ means “approaches the limit” or, in some texts, “is defined as”. Its official Unicode name is APPROACHES THE LIMIT.
Codes and properties
| Character | ≐ |
|---|---|
| Unicode name | APPROACHES THE LIMIT |
| Code point | U+2250 |
| Decimal | 8784 |
| Unicode block | Mathematical Operators |
| HTML entity | ≐ · ≐ |
| CSS | \2250 |
| JavaScript / JSON | \u2250 |
| Python | \u2250 or \N{APPROACHES THE LIMIT} |
| UTF-8 bytes | E2 89 90 |
| LaTeX | \doteq |
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
2250then press Alt+X. In any app, Win+. opens the symbol panel. - Mac: switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, hold Option and type
2250; or press Ctrl+Cmd+Space and search “approaches the limit”. - Linux (GTK/IBus): press Ctrl+Shift+U, type
2250, then Space. - HTML:
≐renders as ≐. - LaTeX:
\doteqin math mode (amssymb package for some symbols).
Frequently asked questions
How do I type ≐ on Windows?
In Microsoft Word type 2250 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 ≐ (hex) or ≐ (decimal).
What is the LaTeX command for ≐?
Use \doteq in math mode.