harneysen

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Middle English

Alternative forms

Etymology

From Anglo-Norman harneschier; equivalent to harneys (gear, equipment) +‎ -en. Some forms are remodelled on harneys.

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /harˈnɛi̯sən/, /ˈharnəsən/, /ˈharnəʃən/

Verb

harneysen

  1. To don armour and arm oneself; to prepare for battle.
  2. To decorate a weapon, tool, or other item.
  3. (Late Middle English) To restrain an animal used as a mount or a beast of burden.
  4. (rare, Late Middle English) To wear clothing or garments.

Conjugation

Descendants

  • English: harness
  • Scots: harnish, herness

References