harness
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)
Definition categories: man–made, support
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
Similar word(s): tackle
Definition categories: contact, attach
2. exploit the power of
- harness natural forces and resources
Definition categories: consumption, exploit, tap
3. control and direct with or as if by reins
Similar word(s): rein
Definition categories: social, command, control
4. keep in check
Definition categories: change, keep, restrain
Sentences with harness as a verb:
- They harnessed the horse to the post.
- Imagine what might happen if it were possible to harness solar energy fully.