auspice
Patronage or protectionPatronage or protection.
» The event unfolded successfully under the auspices of a generous sponsor.
Meaning
3 senses(in the plural)Patronage or protection.
This building was built under the auspices of the Friends of the Poor.
покрови́тельствоpokrovítelʹstvo, проте́кцияprotékcija
An omen or a sign.
The circle of vultures was not a good auspice.
предзнаменова́ниеpredznamenovánije
a favorable omen
(obsolete)Divination from the actions of birds.
Examples
12 sentencesThe event unfolded successfully under the auspices of a generous sponsor.
The project flourished under the auspices of an experienced project manager.
The conference was conducted under the auspices of an international organization.
The workshop was held under the auspices of a leading research institution.
The exhibition was organized under the auspices of a renowned art foundation.
Translations
2 languagesBy meaning 2
Origin
From Middle French auspice, from Latin auspicium, in turn from auspex.From Middle French auspice, from Latin auspicium, in turn from auspex.
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