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Meaning of 'prospect' (Webster Dictionary)

1 . Prospect [ v.]
- That which is embraced by eye in vision; the region which the eye overlooks at one time; view; scene; outlook.
- Especially, a picturesque or widely extended view; a landscape; hence, a sketch of a landscape.
- A position affording a fine view; a lookout.
- Relative position of the front of a building or other structure; face; relative aspect.
- The act of looking forward; foresight; anticipation; as, a prospect of the future state.
- That which is hoped for; ground for hope or expectation; expectation; probable result; as, the prospect of success.
2 . Prospect [ v. i.]
- To make a search; to seek; to explore, as for mines or the like; as, to prospect for gold.
3 . Prospect [ v. t.]
- To look over; to explore or examine for something; as, to prospect a district for gold.

Meaning of 'prospect' (Princeton's WordNet)

1 . prospect [ n]
Meaning (1):
- the possibility of future success
Example in sentence:
  • his prospects as a writer are excellent
Meaning (2):
- the visual percept of a region
Example in sentence:
  • the most desirable feature of the park are the beautiful views
3 . prospect [ v]
Meaning (3):
- search for something desirable
Example in sentence:
  • prospect a job

Nearby Words:

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