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Parachute harness
/pˈaɹəʃˌuːt hˈɑːnɪs/
/pˈæɹəʃˌuːt hˈɑːɹnᵻs/Parachute harness
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a system of straps that securely connects a skydiver or BASE jumper to their parachute during descent
parachute harness
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Example
The instructor carefully adjusted the straps on my parachute harness.
Modern parachute harnesses are designed for comfort and safety.
The weight of the parachute harness is barely noticeable during freefall.
The reserve parachute is attached to the back of the parachute harness.
After landing, the skydiver disconnected themself from the parachute harness.
