English dictionary

harness

/'h/A/rn/I/s/

Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.

noun

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

noun.artifact

Source: WordNet 3.0
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

noun.artifact

Source: WordNet 3.0
Originally, the complete dress, especially in a military sense, of a man or a horse; hence, in general, armor.

noun

Source: webster1913

put a harness

verb.contact

Examples
Harness the horse.

Synonyms tackle

Antonyms unharness

Source: WordNet 3.0
exploit the power of

verb.consumption

Examples
Harness natural forces and resources.

Source: WordNet 3.0
control and direct with or as if by reins

verb.social

Synonyms draw rein rein rein in

Source: WordNet 3.0
keep in check

verb.change

Synonyms rein rule

Source: WordNet 3.0
To dress in armor; to equip with armor for war, as a horseman; to array.

verb

Source: webster1913