Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
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harness | Yes | No | Yes | No |
bridle | Yes | No | Yes | No |
harness (noun) | bridle (noun) |
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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 | the act of restraining power or action or limiting excess |
a support consisting of an arrangement of straps for holding something to the body (especially one supporting a person suspended from a parachute) | headgear for a horse; includes a headstall and bit and reins to give the rider or driver control |
harness (verb) | bridle (verb) |
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keep in check | respond to the reins, as of horses |
exploit the power of | put a bridle on |
put a harness | anger or take offense |
control and direct with or as if by reins |