Auspice
English Meaning
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.
- Protection or support; patronage.
- A sign indicative of future prospects; an omen: Auspices for the venture seemed favorable.
- Observation of and divination from the actions of birds.