Synonyms for harness

Synonyms for (noun) harness

Synonyms: harness

Definition: 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

Similar words: stable gear, saddlery, tack

Definition: gear for a horse


Synonyms: harness

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

Similar words: support

Definition: any device that bears the weight of another thing

Usage: there was no place to attach supports for a shelf


Synonyms for (verb) harness

Synonyms: rein, harness, rule

Definition: keep in check

Usage: rule one's temper

Similar words: restrain, restrict, confine, bound, limit, trammel, throttle

Definition: place limits on (extent or access)

Usage: restrict the use of this parking lot; limit the time you can spend with your friends


Synonyms: harness

Definition: exploit the power of

Usage: harness natural forces and resources

Similar words: tap, exploit

Definition: draw from; make good use of

Usage: we must exploit the resources we are given wisely


Synonyms: harness, tackle

Definition: put a harness

Usage: harness the horse

Similar words: attach

Definition: cause to be attached


Synonyms: rein, rein in, harness, draw rein

Definition: control and direct with or as if by reins

Usage: rein a horse

Similar words: command, control

Definition: exercise authoritative control or power over

Usage: control the budget; Command the military forces


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