English Explanatory Dictionary

red herring prospectus

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A document that must be submitted by the issuing company as part of a public offering of securities.

Word forms

red herring prospectus red herring prospectuses

Etymology

So called because of the red disclaimer on its front page.

Synonyms

red herring
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