June 29
2016
Rules Of Grammar: Auger vs. Augur
An auger is a tool that has a bit in the shape of a helix. This tool is used to bore holes in wood.
An augur is a soothsayer; a person who foretells events by omens. It is also a word used todecribe an official diviner of ancient Rome.
Machine Briefs:
OPTION #1: auger= AURG
OPTION #2: auger= AU/G*ER
OPTION #3: auger= AUG/*ER
OPTION #1: augur= A*URG
OPTION #2: auger= AU/G*UR
OPTION #3: auger= AUG/*UR