ˈȯspəˌkāt transitive verb
( -ed/-ing/-s )
Etymology: Latin auspicatus, past participle of auspicari to take auspices, from auspic-, auspex
1. archaic : to indicate in advance as though by an omen : portend , augur
2. : to initiate or enter upon especially under circumstances or with a procedure (as drinking a toast) calculated to ensure prosperity and good luck
auspicating the trip with a cocktail