01 n. A divining or taking of omens by observing birds; an omen as to an undertaking, drawn from birds; an augury; an omen or sign in general; an…
pl.
Auspices
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1.
A divining or taking of omens by observing birds; an omen as to an undertaking, drawn from birds; an augury; an omen or sign in general; an indication as to the future.
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2.
Protection; patronage and care; guidance.“Which by his auspice they will nobler make.” — Dryden.