Meaning

• 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.

Meaning

• To foretell events; to exhibit signs of future events.

• To anticipate, to foretell, or to indicate a favorable or an unfavorable issue.

  "to augur well or ill"