Augurers

/ˈɔːɡjərərz/ noun

Definition

Plural form of augurer; multiple people who predict the future through signs and omens.

Etymology

Simple plural of 'augurer' formed by adding '-s' to the singular form.

Kelly Says

In Roman times, augurers formed a powerful college of priests that met to interpret omens before important state decisions. They had such a monopoly on future-telling that they could literally stop the Senate from meeting just by claiming unfavorable signs.

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