Harnish
/ˈhɑːrnɪʃ/noun
An obsolete or dialectal form of “harness,” meaning armor, equipment, or gear.
Did you know?Harnish is a historical spelling related to “harness,” whose ultimate origin is uncertain but whose medieval meaning centered on a warrior’s armor and equipment.
Etymological Timeline
12th Century
Old French
harneis
“Armor, military equipment, or a warrior’s gear”
13th Century
Anglo-Norman
harneis
“Armor and equipment, especially for warfare”
14th Century
Middle English
harnes
“Armor, weapons, or equipment”
15th Century
Middle English
harnish
“A variant spelling of harness; armor or military gear”
Modern English
English
harnish
“An obsolete or dialectal form of harness”