What does the cryptic crossword clue "Omens from summits involving America (8)" mean?

The definition is "Omens". The wordplay uses charade, container. APICES (synonym of "summits") + US (synonym of "America") [container: "involving"]; definition: "Omens" The answer is AUSPICES.

Omens from summits involving America (8)

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