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Syntax Definition wcel 2209
Description: Extend wff definition to include the membership connective between classes.

For a general discussion of the theory of classes, see mmset.html#class.

The purpose of introducing wff 𝐴 ∈ 𝐵 here is to allow us to prove the wel 2210 of predicate calculus in terms of the wceq 1402 of set theory, so that we do not overload the ∈ connective with two syntax definitions. This is done to prevent ambiguity that would complicate some Metamath parsers. The class variables 𝐴 and 𝐵 are introduced temporarily for the purpose of this definition but otherwise not used in predicate calculus. See df-clab 2225 for more information on the set theory usage of wcel 2209.

Hypotheses
Ref Expression
wcel.cA class 𝐴
wcel.cB class 𝐵
Assertion
Ref Expression
wcel wff 𝐴 ∈ 𝐵

This syntax is primitive. The first axiom using it is ax-13 2211.

Colors of variables:    wff set class
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