As used in this Regulation A, all terms have the same meanings as in Sec. 230.405, except that all references to ``registrant'' in those definitions shall refer to the issuer of the securities to be offered and sold under Regulation A. In addition, these terms have the following meanings:
(a) Final Offering Circular--The current offering circular contained in a qualified offering statement;
(b) Preliminary Offering Circular--The offering circular described in Sec. 230.255(a).