auspice, n. [L. auspicium, fr. auspex: cf. F. auspice. See Auspicate, a.].
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. [1913 Webster]
Protection; patronage and care; guidance. [1913 Webster]
" In this sense the word is generally plural, auspices; as, under the auspices of the king."
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"Which by his auspice they will nobler make."
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