auspice /ˈɔːspɪs/noun 3verb 1forms 3 noun3 •An omen or a sign.The circle of vultures was not a good auspice. •[in the plural] Patronage or protection.This building was built under the auspices of the Friends of the Poor. •(no longer used) Divination from the actions of birds. verb1 •To be patron of; to sponsor.The music festival was auspiced by a popular radio station. formsauspiced · auspicing · auspices
