prosect
Americanverb (used with object)
Etymology
Origin of prosect
First recorded in 1885–90; back formation from prosector
Example Sentences
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Prosect, prō-sekt′, v.t. to dissect beforehand.—v.i. to perform the duties of a prosector, one who dissects a body for the illustration of anatomical lectures.—ns.
From Project Gutenberg
Q: At what point did you realize you were a pro prosect?
From Seattle Times
Although another potential bidder, Brazil's Vale, counted itself out of the bidding earlier in the week and Rio Tinto is also cool on getting involved, BHP is still expected to have to increase its offer to secure Potash, raising the prosect that it might have to raise cash from shareholders.
From The Guardian
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