augury

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/ˈɔː.ɡjʊ.ɹi/ English

Definitions

noun

A divination based on the appearance and behaviour of animals.
(by extension) An omen or prediction; a foreboding; a prophecy.
An event that is experienced as indicating important things to come.

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Synonyms

sign omen zoomancy theriomancy spatulomancy spatulamancy haruspicy zoolatry bestiality beast of draught bagwyn theriolatry zodiographer beast of venery cynegetics ruff

Associated

omens divination remus romulus interpreting gods divine birds signs roman magic

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