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harness

[ˈhɑːnɪs]

harness Definition

  • 1a set of straps and fittings by which a horse or other draught animal is fastened to a cart, plough, etc. and is controlled by its driver
  • 2control and make use of (natural resources), especially to produce energy
  • 3put a harness on (a horse or other draught animal)

Using harness: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "harness" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The horse was fitted with a new harness.

  • Example

    The wind turbines harness the power of the wind to generate electricity.

  • Example

    He harnessed the oxen to the plow.

harness Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for harness

Phrases with harness

  • working, especially in a job that requires a lot of physical effort

    Example

    He continued to work in harness until he was well into his seventies.

  • a type of horse racing in which horses race at a specific gait (a trot or a pace) while pulling a two-wheeled cart called a sulky

    Example

    Harness racing is popular in many countries around the world.

  • a system of straps and buckles designed to secure a person to a structure, typically used to prevent falls from heights

    Example

    Before starting the construction work, the workers put on their safety harnesses.

Origins of harness

from Old French 'harnois', meaning 'armour'

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Summary: harness in Brief

The term 'harness' [ˈhɑːnɪs] refers to a set of straps and fittings used to control a horse or other draught animal, or to control and make use of natural resources to produce energy. The verb form means to put a harness on an animal. Examples include 'The horse was fitted with a new harness,' and 'The wind turbines harness the power of the wind to generate electricity.' Phrases include 'in harness,' meaning working hard, 'harness racing,' a type of horse racing, and 'safety harness,' a system used to prevent falls from heights.

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