Harness

Pronunciation: /ˈhɑːrnəs/

Harness (noun)

  1. a set of straps used to control a horse or other animal.
  2. 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)

  1. to control and use the power of something, like energy or resources.
  2. 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.

Synonyms of Harness

Neutral

Antonyms of Harness

  • when referring to freeing from control