Definition of prospect

• v. - That which is embraced by eye in vision; the region which the eye overlooks at one time; view; scene; outlook.
• v. - Especially, a picturesque or widely extended view; a landscape; hence, a sketch of a landscape.
• v. - A position affording a fine view; a lookout.
• v. - Relative position of the front of a building or other structure; face; relative aspect.
• v. - The act of looking forward; foresight; anticipation; as, a prospect of the future state.
• v. - That which is hoped for; ground for hope or expectation; expectation; probable result; as, the prospect of success.
• v. t. - To look over; to explore or examine for something; as, to prospect a district for gold.
• v. i. - To make a search; to seek; to explore, as for mines or the like; as, to prospect for gold.