Meaning 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.