noun
plural -pects
the possibility that something will happen in the future [singular]
[count] :an opportunity for something to happen - usually plural
[count] :someone or something that is likely to succeed or to be chosen
[count] formal :a wide view of an area from usually a high place - usually singular; usually + of
in prospect
formal :possible or likely to exist or happen in the future
verb
-pects; -pected; -pecting
[no obj] :to search an area for gold, minerals, oil, etc. - often + for