harness
Definition
- n. a support consisting of an arrangement of straps for holding something to the body (especially one supporting a person suspended from a parachute)
- n. 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
- v. put a harness
- v. exploit the power of
Word forms
- Past participle
- harnessed
- Present participle
- harnessing
- Third person singular
- harnesses
- Past tense
- harnessed
Example sentences
n.
The horse was fitted with a new harness for the long ride ahead.
vt.
We can harness solar energy to power our homes and reduce electricity bills.