Home HTML Entities Pitchfork (⋔) HTML Entity for Pitchfork (⋔) Definition
What Is the Pitchfork Entity? Pitchfork is the math relation operator at Unicode U+22D4 (⋔ ). Prefer the named entity ⋔ (also ⋔), or use ⋔ / ⋔.
Character ⋔
Unicode U+22D4
Named entity ⋔ (also ⋔)
Hex entity ⋔
Decimal ⋔
CSS escape \22D4 Hex, decimal, named, and CSS all produce the same operator. It belongs to Mathematical Operators — not an emoji or tool icon.
Reference
Quick Reference One table for every form you will actually use.
Form Code Where it goes Named entity ⋔HTML (preferred) Alt named form ⋔HTML5 synonym for U+22D4 Hex entity ⋔HTML Decimal entity ⋔HTML CSS escape \22D4Stylesheet content
When to Use Which Situation Use Math / set-theory relation in HTML ⋔Need a numeric entity ⋔ or ⋔Generated text via ::before / ::after content: "\22D4"Prefer the longer name ⋔ (same glyph)Decorative star / icon See Pinwheel Star — not this operator
See it
Live Preview Pitchfork in a simple math relation context.
Example x ⋔ y
Large glyph ⋔
Named entity ⋔ → ⋔
In a formula A ⋔ B
With entities Hex: ⋔ | Decimal: ⋔ | Named: ⋔
Code
Complete HTML Example One page that shows Pitchfork with hex, decimal, named, and CSS forms. Use View Output or open the live editor.
Hex + Decimal + Named + CSS Four ways to render U+22D4 (pitchfork ⋔).
<!DOCTYPE html>
<html lang="en">
<head>
<meta charset="UTF-8">
<title>Pitchfork (U+22D4)</title>
<style>
#point::after {
content: "\22D4";
}
</style>
</head>
<body>
<p>Using Hex Code: ⋔</p>
<p>Using HTML Code: ⋔</p>
<p>Using Named Entity: ⋔</p>
<p>Relation: x ⋔ y</p>
<p id="point">Using CSS Entity: </p>
</body>
</html> Using Hex Code: ⋔
Using HTML Code: ⋔
Using Named Entity: ⋔
Relation: x ⋔ y
Using CSS Entity: ⋔ How It Works 1. Hex: ⋔ inserts U+22D4 from its hex value → ⋔.
2. Decimal: same character as 8916 → ⋔. Same visual result.
3. Named: ⋔ is the readable HTML5 name (also ⋔).
4. CSS: use \22D4 only inside content (e.g. on ::after).
Pitfalls & Tips Common mistakes when working with Pitchfork.
Meaning Math operator, not a tool icon U+22D4 is a formal relation in Mathematical Operators. Do not use it as farm or emoji imagery.
Names ⋔ and ⋔Both HTML5 names map to U+22D4. Pick one style per project for consistency.
Spacing Space around the operator Write x ⋔ y with spaces so the relation reads clearly.
A11y Explain on first use In teaching content, add a short plain-language gloss when introducing ⋔.
CSS vs HTML Do not mix escapes \22D4 belongs in CSS. ⋔ / ⋔ belong in HTML.
Semicolon End references Always finish with ; — write ⋔, not &fork.
Compatibility
Browser Support Pitchfork (U+22D4) and its entity forms (⋔, ⋔, ⋔, ⋔, CSS \\22D4) are supported in all mainstream browsers.
✓ Universal support
Pitchfork (⋔) Encode with named, hex, decimal, or CSS escape. Math relation — not a tool icon.
Google Chrome Supported
Yes
Microsoft Edge Supported
Yes
Mozilla Firefox Supported
Yes
Apple Safari Supported
Yes
Opera Supported
Yes
Internet Explorer IE 9+
Yes* U+22D4 Full support
Bottom line: Prefer ⋔ in HTML. Use \\22D4 only inside CSS content.
Remember
Key Takeaways Unicode: Pitchfork is U+22D4 (decimal 8916).
HTML: prefer ⋔ (also ⋔ / ⋔).
CSS: use \22D4 inside content.
Meaning: math relation — not a decorative tool icon.
One line: U+22D4 → ⋔ (also ⋔ / ⋔ / CSS \22D4).
Frequently Asked Questions How do I display Pitchfork in HTML using entities? Use ⋔ (hex), ⋔ (decimal), ⋔ (named; also ⋔), or the CSS escape \22D4 in the content property. All render the pitchfork operator ⋔.
What is the Unicode value for Pitchfork? U+22D4 (PITCHFORK). Hex 22D4, decimal 8916. It belongs to the Mathematical Operators block.
Is there a named HTML entity for U+22D4? Yes. Prefer ⋔ for readable HTML. ⋔ is also defined in HTML5 for the same character.
When should I use this HTML entity? Use it in set theory, formal logic, and academic math when you need the pitchfork relation — for example x ⋔ y written as x ⋔ y.
Is Pitchfork a farm-tool emoji? No. U+22D4 is a Mathematical Operators character for formal notation. Do not treat it as an agricultural or emoji icon.
What is the difference between HTML code and CSS entity for ⋔? HTML entities (⋔, ⋔, or ⋔) go in markup. The CSS escape \22D4 is used in stylesheets (usually in content on ::before/::after). Both render ⋔.
🤔
Did you know? Pitchfork is Unicode U+22D4 (decimal 8916 ) — in Mathematical Operators. Prefer the named entity ⋔ (also ⋔), or use ⋔ / ⋔. It is a math relation operator — not a tool icon.
About the author Developer, cloud engineer, and technical writer
I write practical tutorials so students and working developers can learn by doing—from databases and APIs to deployment on AWS.
8 people found this page helpful
