auspice
noun
- ancient religious practice
Wiktionary
Pronunciation: /ˈɔːspɪs/ / /ˈɔspɪs/ / /ˈɑspɪs/
noun
Etymology: From Middle French auspice, from Latin auspicium, in turn from auspex.
- Patronage or protection.
“This building was built under the auspices of the Friends of the Poor.”
- An omen or a sign.
“The circle of vultures was not a good auspice.”
- Divination from the actions of birds.
verb
Etymology: From Middle French auspice, from Latin auspicium, in turn from auspex.
- To be patron of; to sponsor.
“The music festival was auspiced by a popular radio station.”