harness
Translation
harness, tack
Examples
The horse wore a leather harness.
The horse wore a leather harness.
He put on his climbing harness.
He put on his climbing harness.
Grammar Patterns
((a/the)) harness a set of straps and fittings The horse wore a leather harness.
Similar Words
Synonyms: gear, tackle, equipment
Etymology
From Old Norse 'hernest', meaning 'army provision', originally referring to armor.
Memory Tips
Picture a 'harness' for a horse, which 'hardens' its connection to a cart, or a safety harness for climbing.