prospectus

[pruh-spek-tuhs]

noun

plural

prospectuses 

1. a document describing the major features of a proposed literary work, project, business venture, etc., in enough detail so that prospective investors, participants, or buyers may evaluate it.

   Don't buy the new stock offering until you read the prospectus carefully.

2. a brochure or other document describing the major features, attractions, or services of a place, institution, or business to prospective patrons, clients, owners, or members.

prospectus

/ prəˈspɛktəs /

noun

1. a formal statement giving details of a forthcoming event, such as the publication of a book or an issue of shares

2. a pamphlet or brochure giving details of courses, as at a college or school

Word History and Origins

Origin of prospectus¹

1770–80; < Latin prōspectus outlook, view, equivalent to prōspec-, stem of prōspicere ( prō- pro- ¹ + -spicere, combining form of specere to look) + -tus suffix of v. action

Word History and Origins

Origin of prospectus¹

C18: Latin, literally: distant view; see _prospect

Example Sentences

"They haven't got a local prospectus and that was part of the problem," said Adam Kent, Tory group leader on Worcestershire County Council.

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In a prospectus seen by the BBC, R360 says it can give the sport its "Super Bowl moment" with a global league that would be the "pinnacle of rugby".

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Senior SNP figures tell me that independence will feature in their national campaign and ministers have promised one further paper completing their independence prospectus in the coming months.

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But other elements of the day will have a Budget day feel, not least in the overall vibe of whether Parliament and the country feel confidence in the government's economic prospectus.

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Anthony Felton, 54, who according to a recent prospectus is the school's headteacher, has been charged with attempted wounding with intent.

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