#1 prospect n. [chance] the possibility of future success; "his prospects as a writer are excellent". wn
#2 prospect n. [expectation, outlook] belief about (or mental picture of) the future. wn
#3 prospect n. [candidate] someone who is considered for something (for an office or prize or honor etc.). wn
#4 prospect v. search for something desirable; "prospect a job". wn
#5 prospect v. explore for useful or valuable things or substances, such as minerals. wn
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