Venn diagram

noun

ˈven- 

: a graph that employs closed curves and especially circles to represent logical relations between and operations on sets and the terms of propositions by the inclusion, exclusion, or intersection of the curves

Illustration of Venn diagram

• AB represents the intersection of sets A and B

Examples of Venn diagram in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The Last Sunrise, based on Anna Todd’s bestselling romance novel, is the latest romance film in the YA genre and book adaptation Venn diagram to arrive on Prime Video as the streamer rides the wave of obsession. — Dessi Gomez, Deadline, 26 Aug. 2026

The stocks that Goldman screens for are those in the center of a Venn diagram, appearing in both its proprietary Hedge Fund VIP and Mutual Fund Overweight baskets. — Deena Zaidi, CNBC, 24 Aug. 2026

Students may use Venn diagrams or other graphic organizers to take notes. — USA Today, 24 Aug. 2026

The other is a healthy Venn diagram where those circles intentionally overlap. — Rodger Dean Duncan, Forbes.com, 30 July 2026

Word History

Etymology

after John Venn †1923 English logician, who wrote a survey and formalization of such graphs in 1880

First Known Use

1918, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for Venn diagram

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Kids Definition

Venn diagram

noun

ˈven- 

: a diagram that uses overlapping circles to show collections of mathematical elements and what they have in common