harness

/hˈɑɹnəs/ · 2 syllables

Meaning

noun

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

verb

1. put a harness
   “harness the horse”
2. exploit the power of
   “harness natural forces and resources”
3. control and direct with or as if by reins
   “rein a horse”
4. keep in check
   “rule one's temper”

Synonyms for harness

• tackle
• rein in
• draw rein
• rein
• rule

Antonyms of harness

• unharness

Words that rhyme with harness

• parness