Real Dictionary

prospectus
countable noun: A prospectus is a detailed document produced by a college, school, or company, which gives details about it.

prospectus in American English
a statement outlining the main features of a new or proposed publication, business enterprise, etc., or the attractions of an established institution such as a college, hotel, etc.; often, specif., a document, made available to investors, containing detai
noun: a document describing the major features of a proposed literary work, project, business venture, etc., in enough detail so that prospective investors, participants, or buyers may evaluate it

prospectus in British English
noun: a formal statement giving details of a forthcoming event, such as the publication of a book or an issue of shares

prospectus in Finance
noun: A prospectus is a document issued by the SEC that gives detailed information about a stock offering for investors.