harness — a set of straps and fittings by which a horse or other draft animal is fastened to a cart, plow, etc.
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a set of straps and fittings by which a horse or other draft animal is fastened to a cart, plow, etc.
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈhɑːrnɪs/
Korean meaning: 마구, 안전띠
Korean pronunciation: 하-니스 (강세: 하)
Example Sentences
- The superhero's harness broke right when he was about to save the cat from the tree.
- We need to harness the power of coffee to get through Monday morning.
- The company plans to harness wind energy for their new factory.
harness
NOUN//ˈhɑːrnɪs//
a set of straps and fittings by which a horse or other draft animal is fastened to a cart, plow, etc.
Farmer fitting harness on draft horse
Fixing the harness in the darkness, ready for dawn's battle!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Old French 'harneis' meaning equipment or gear, possibly derived from Old Norse 'herbergi' meaning lodging or shelter, reflecting the sense of outfitting or preparing.
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📝Examples
“The superhero's harness broke right when he was about to save the cat from the tree.”
“We need to harness the power of coffee to get through Monday morning.”
“The company plans to harness wind energy for their new factory.”
“My grandmother still remembers how to put a harness on a horse properly.”
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