MINUS-OR-PLUS SIGN character

MINUS-OR-PLUS SIGN
U+2213
8723
∓
∓
Sm (Math Symbol)
ET (European Number Terminator)
N
0
Mathematical Operators
0
BMP
Basic Multilingual Plane
0000-FFFF
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MINUS-OR-PLUS SIGN is a symbol of mathematical use from the Basic Multilingual Plane.

The bidi class of MINUS-OR-PLUS SIGN is European Number Terminator (Weak). It belongs to the punctuation marks used with numbers, like the degree sign or currency symbols. Treated like digits when they occur as part of a number and like punctuation the rest of the time..

The European Terminator (ET) bidi class includes characters such as currency symbols ($, €, £) and other punctuation marks that typically appear alongside European numbers. ET characters are treated neutrally and ensure that symbols associated with numbers are displayed correctly in bidirectional text.

Math Symbol (Sm) refers to characters that are used in mathematical expressions, including operators, comparators, and other symbols essential for writing equations and performing calculations. Examples include the plus sign (+), equal sign (=), and multiplication sign (×).

This character belongs to the Mathematical Operators block. The Mathematical Operators block contains symbols used in mathematical expressions, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and more complex operators. These symbols are essential for writing mathematical equations and expressions in a clear and standardized way. The block includes both basic operators and more advanced symbols used in higher mathematics, ensuring comprehensive support for mathematical notation in digital text..