harness (n.)

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

  2. 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

    harness (v.)

  1. put a harness; harness the horse

    [ Syn: tackle ]

  2. exploit the power of; harness natural forces and resources'

  3. control and direct with or as if by reins; rein a horse

    [ Syn: rein in , draw rein , rein ]

  4. keep in check; rule ones temper

    [ Syn: rule , rein ]

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