Definitions

1. noun

a person who interprets omens and predicts the future, especially from the flight of birds

“The augur had been observing the birds for hours, searching for any signs that would indicate the future.”

2. verb

to serve as an omen or to indicate the future

“The election result augured a change in government policy.”

3. verb

to predict or foretell the future, especially by means of omens or signs

“The astrologer augured a bright future for the couple.”

4. verb

to be a sign or indication of something, especially a future event

“The economy augurs a recession in the coming year.”