Harness
Pronunciation: /ˈhɑːrnəs/
Harness (noun)
- a set of straps used to control a horse or other animal.
- a set of straps worn for safety when climbing or working at heights.
Examples
- The farmer adjusted the harness on the horse.
- She checked the harness before the ride.
Common collocations: leather harness, adjust the harness, safety harness, wear a harness, harness energy
Harness (verb)
- to control and use the power of something, like energy or resources.
- to put a set of straps on an animal or person for control or safety.
Examples
- We must harness the power of the wind.
- Scientists harness solar energy for electricity.