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incubator
noun in·cu·ba·tor \ˈiŋ-kyə-ˌbā-tər, ˈin-\
: a device that is used to keep eggs warm before they hatch
medical : a piece of equipment in which very weak or sick babies are placed for special care and protection after their birth
business : an organization or place that helps in the development of new businesses
Full Definition of INCUBATOR
: one that incubates: as a : an apparatus by which eggs are hatched artificially b : an apparatus with a chamber used to provide controlled environmental conditions especially for the cultivation of microorganisms or the care and protection of premature or sick babies c : an organization or place that aids the development of new business ventures especially by providing low-cost commercial space, management assistance, or shared services
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First Known Use of INCUBATOR
1857
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INCUBATOR Defined for Kids
incubator
noun in·cu·ba·tor \ˈiŋ-kyə-ˌbā-tər\
Definition of INCUBATOR for Kids
1
: a device that provides enough heat to hatch eggs artificially
2
: a device to help the growth of tiny newborn babies
Medical Dictionary
incubator
noun in·cu·ba·tor \ˈiŋ-kyə-ˌbāt-ər, ˈin-\
Medical Definition of INCUBATOR
: one that incubates; especially : an apparatus with a chamber used to provide controlled environmental conditions especially for the cultivation of microorganisms or the care and protection of premature or sick babies
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