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auspices
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Aus·pice n.; pl. Auspices
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.
2. Protection; patronage and care; guidance.
Which by his auspice they will nobler make. --Dryden.
Note: ☞ In this sense the word is generally plural, auspices; as, under the auspices of the king.
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auspex
n : (ancient Rome) a religious official who interpreted omens to
guide public policy [syn: augur]
[also: auspices (pl)]
auspices
n : kindly endorsement and guidance; "the tournament was held
under the auspices of the city council" [syn: protection,
aegis]