auspice
//ˈɔː.spɪs//
Noun
auspiceSingular
auspicesPlural
1
Protection, support, or patronage provided by a person or organization.
The research project was conducted under the auspices of the university.
2
A prophetic sign or omen, especially one derived from observing birds.
The ancient Romans believed that the flight of eagles was an auspice of victory.