ˈhærnəs

Definitions

1. noun

a device for attaching or securing something, especially a horse or other animal, especially to a carriage or other vehicle

“She put a harness on the dog to take it for a walk.”

2. verb

to control or direct the use or action of (something)

“The government is trying to harness the power of wind and solar energy.”

3. verb

to restrain or hold back (an emotion or impulse)

“She had to harness her anger to avoid saying something she would regret.”

4. noun

a skill or talent, especially one that is not obvious

“He has a hidden harness of business skills that he developed through his previous job.”

5. verb

to use (a resource) efficiently

“The company is trying to harness its human resources more effectively.”