Auspice

Aus·pice

Auspice

n.

pl. Auspices

  1. A divining or taking of omens by observing birds; an omen as to an undertaking, drawn from birds; an augury; an omen or sign in general; an indication as to the future.
  2. Protection; patronage and care; guidance.
    Which by his auspice they will nobler make.