1. a formal document describing the features of a proposed business venture, investment, or educational program
Usage: business; finance
2. a printed description of a college course or academic program
Usage: education

Examples

• The company issued a prospectus before going public.
• Investors carefully reviewed the mutual fund’s prospectus.
• The university’s prospectus outlined all available degree programs.
• She read the course prospectus to understand the requirements.
• The startup’s prospectus attracted several venture capitalists.
• Students received the prospectus during orientation week.
• The investment prospectus detailed potential risks and returns.