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