definition of
harness

[1] #1 harness n. a support consisting of an arrangement of straps for holding something to the body (especially one supporting a person suspended from a parachute). wn

[2] #2 harness v. [tackle] put a harness; "harness the horse". wn

[3] #3 harness n. 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. wn

[4] #4 harness v. exploit the power of; "harness natural forces and resources". wn

[5] #5 harness v. [rein in, draw rein, rein] control and direct with or as if by reins; "rein a horse". wn