augury
nounUK /ˈɔː.ɡjə.ri/
US /ˈɔː.ɡjɚ.i/
A sign that people believe tells them what will happen in the future.
The sudden flight of birds was seen as an augury of good luck.
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2. The practice of predicting the future by watching birds or other natural signs.
In ancient Rome, augury was performed by priests before battles.
3. A feeling or hint that something is about to happen.
The quiet streets were an augury of the coming storm.
4. A ceremony or ritual used to seek signs about future events.
The leaders held an augury before deciding to set sail.