Meaning of 'harness'

Find the meaning of the word ‘harness’

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Meaning of ‘harness’

6 definitions found.

harness

noun

stable gear consisting of an arrangement of leather straps fitted to a draft animal so that it can be attached to and pull a cart

noun

a support consisting of an arrangement of straps for holding something to the body (especially one supporting a person suspended from a parachute)

verb

keep in check

Synonyms: rein rule

verb

exploit the power of

Example: "harness natural forces and resources"

verb

put a harness

Example: "harness the horse"

Synonyms: tackle

verb

control and direct with or as if by reins

Synonyms: rein rein in draw rein

Source: WordNet 3.0 Copyright 2006 by Princeton University

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