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prospectus

pro·spec·tus [ prə spéktəss ] (plural pro·spec·tus·es)


noun 
Definition:
 
1. official advance information about something: an official document giving details about something that is going to happen such as a stock offering, a forthcoming publication, a new business, or a proposed project

2. Canada information about institution or organization: a brochure or pamphlet that advertises or describes the activities, staff, and facilities of an organization or an institution such as a school, college, or university.
U.S. term  catalog


[Mid-18th century. < Latin (see prospect)]
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