| Front | prospect |
|---|---|
| Back |  noun, verb noun /BrE ˈprɒspekt; NAmE ˈprɑːspekt/ 1 [uncountable, singular] the possibility that sth will happen~ (of sth/of doing sth)There is no immediate prospect of peace. A place in the semi-finals is in prospect (= likely to happen).~ (that…) There's a reasonable prospect that his debts will be paid. 2 [singular] an idea of what might or will happen in the futurean exciting prospect Travelling alone around the world is a daunting prospect.~ (of sth/of doing sth) The prospect of becoming a father filled him with alarm. 3 prospects [plural] the chances of being successfulgood job/employment/career prospects At 25 he was an unemployed musician with no prospects.~ for sth Long-term prospects for the economy have improved.~ of sth What are the prospects of promotion in this job?4 [countable] ~ (for sth) a person who is likely to be successful in a competitionShe is one of Canada's best prospects for a gold medal.5 [countable] (formal) a wide view of an area of land, etca delightful prospect of the lake verb /BrEprəˈspekt; NAmE ˈprɑːspekt/ [intransitive] ~ (for sth)to search an area for gold, minerals, oil, etc Thousands moved to the area to prospect for gold. (figurative) to prospect for new clients |
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