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Bannister harness

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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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“Bannister harness.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Bannister%20harness. Accessed 8 Aug. 2022.

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