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Bannister harness

noun
Ban·​nis·​ter harness | \ ˈbanə̇stə(r)-\

Definition of Bannister harness

: a harness used for weaving wide patterns in fine reeds from a small jacquard loom

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History and Etymology for Bannister harness

probably from the name Bannister

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