auspice

//ˈɔː.spɪs//
C1Frequency Level 12Formal
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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.

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