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HARNESS

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 6 meanings of the word Harness.

How to pronounce harness:

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Harness - as a noun

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

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 - as a verb

Put a harness

Example: "Harness the horse"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
tackle12
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
attach11
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
unharness12

Exploit the power of

Example: "Harness natural forces and resources"

Control and direct with or as if by reins

Example: "Rein a horse"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
draw reinrein4rein in

Keep in check

Example: "Rule one's temper"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
rein4rule4

Example Sentences

"She put on her hiking harness before climbing the mountain."
"The horse had a beautifully decorated leather harness."
"The racecar driver wore a safety harness to protect himself in case of an accident."
"The mountain climber's harness was securely fastened to the rope."
"The dog's harness had a reflective strip for nighttime walks."
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Word Game Points

Is HARNESS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, harness is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

HARNESS has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.

Is HARNESS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, harness is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
HARNESS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 10.

Is HARNESS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, harness is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
HARNESS has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.

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