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Prospectus

UK //prəʊˈspɛktəs// US //prɑˈspɛktəs// Pronunciation

Definition

A printed booklet that provides information about a school, university, or business.

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In simple words: A document offering details about a school or business.

Examples

• She carefully examined the university's prospectus before applying.
• The prospectus detailed the investment opportunities available.
• Students are encouraged to read the prospectus to understand the course offerings.
• The business prospectus outlined their future plans and targets.
• He received a prospectus in the mail about the new college opening next year.
• The prospectus included testimonials from former students.

Usage notes

Used mainly in educational and business contexts. Appropriate in formal writing or discussions but not in casual conversations.

Grammar pattern

noun

Memory hint

Think of 'prospecting' for information about schools or investments.

Collocations

• education prospectus
• business prospectus
• investment prospectus
• prospectus information
• prospectus details

Synonyms

• brochure
• catalog
• guide
• booklet
• information sheet

Common mistakes

• Confused with 'prospect' as a chance or possibility.
• Incorrectly used as a verb instead of a noun.
• Assuming it only relates to schools and ignoring business uses.