Meaning & Definition of Prospectus in English
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Prospectus
Pronunciation:
/prəˈspɛktəs/Part of Speech:
nounPlural:
prospectusesMeaning and Definition of Prospectus
1. Primary Definition
A formal document that outlines the details of an investment or a course of study.
2. Detailed Definitions
Definition: A document that provides information about a proposed investment, including details about its terms, risks, and potential returns.
Example Sentence: Investors were given a prospectus detailing the new mutual fund's strategy.
Definition: A publication that describes an academic program or institution, aimed at attracting students.
Example Sentence: The university's prospectus includes information about its programs and campus life.
Etymology
Origin: Latin 'prospectus', meaning 'view' or 'outlook'.
Synonyms
brochure | catalog | document | outline | guide
Common Phrases and Expressions
- investment prospectus: A detailed document provided to potential investors describing the investment strategy and risks.
- course prospectus: A document detailing course offerings, requirements, and descriptions provided by educational institutions.
Translations
- Spanish: prospecto
- French: prospectus
- German: Prospekt
- Russian: проспект
Related Words
- investment: The act of allocating resources, usually money, in order to generate income or profit.
- curriculum: The subjects comprising a course of study in a school or college.