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augur

/ˈɔː.ɡə/ /ˈɔ.ɡɚ/

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noun

预言家，占卜师

A diviner who foretells events by the behaviour of birds or other animals, or by signs derived from celestial phenomena, or unusual occurrences.

Examples :

"The ancient augur predicted a successful harvest based on the flight patterns of the crows. "

古代的占卜师通过乌鸦的飞行轨迹，预言今年将会迎来丰收。

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noun

占卜师，预言家.

An official who interpreted omens before the start of public events.

Examples :

"Before the Roman army marched to war, the augur carefully examined the flight of birds to determine if the gods favored their campaign. "

在罗马军队出征前，占卜师会仔细观察鸟类的飞行轨迹，以此来判断神是否支持他们的战役。

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verb

预示，预兆

To foretell events; to exhibit signs of future events.

Examples :

"The dark clouds and strong wind augur a thunderstorm. "

乌云密布，狂风大作，预示着一场暴风雨即将来临。

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verb

预示，预测，是好是坏的预兆

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

Examples :

"to augur well or ill"

预示吉凶。

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