jesses Get Printable Handwriting Hear It! Say It! Write It! Learn It! Spelling Test Definition noun. thin straps attached to a bird's legs for handling. Example Sentence The falconer carefully attached the jesses to the bird's legs. Synonyms leashes; tethers; reins Antonyms freedom; release Hear It! Say It! Write It! jesses Switch to cursive Start Share with your friends: