augur
Meanings
noun
- A diviner who foretells events by the behaviour of birds or other animals, or by signs derived from celestial phenomena, or unusual occurrences.
- An official who interpreted omens before the start of public events.
verb
- To foretell events; to exhibit signs of future events; to indicate a favorable or an unfavorable outcome.
Pronunciation
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Etymology
Borrowed from Latin augur, of uncertain origin; akin to augurō (“interpret omens”).
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