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Auspice (noun) means Support and protection given by someone in a position of authority.

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1
Support and protection given by someone in a position of authority.
"This building was built under the auspices of the Friends of the Poor."
2
A sign that is thought to show what will happen in the future.
"The circle of vultures was not a good auspice."
3
The practice of foretelling events by watching how birds behave.
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Etymology

This word came from Middle French auspice, which traces back to Latin auspicium, itself derived from auspex.

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What is the meaning of auspice?
"auspice" (noun) means support and protection given by someone in a position of authority.
What is another word for auspice?
Other words for "auspice" include aegis.
What are the different meanings of auspice?
"auspice" has 3 main meanings: 1. Support and protection given by someone in a position of authority; 2. A sign that is thought to show what will happen in the future; 3. The practice of foretelling events by watching how birds behave.

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