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incubator

/ɪn.kjuːˈbeɪ.tə(ɹ)/

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noun

Any apparatus used to maintain environmental conditions suitable for a reaction.

Examples :

"The scientist used an incubator to maintain the perfect temperature for the plant cells to grow. "

technology medicine biology science device machine environment

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noun

An apparatus used to maintain environmental conditions suitable for a newborn baby.

Examples :

"The new mother carefully placed the baby in the incubator to ensure it stayed warm and healthy. "

medicine device technology

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noun

An apparatus used to maintain environmental conditions suitable for the hatching of eggs.

Examples :

"The farmer carefully placed the eggs in the incubator to help them hatch. "

biology medicine technology device agriculture animal environment science

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noun

A place to maintain the culturing of bacteria at a steady temperature.

Examples :

"The science lab has a special incubator to keep the bacteria growing at a consistent 37 degrees Celsius. "

medicine biology microorganism technology device science

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noun

A support programme for the development of entrepreneurial companies.

Examples :

"The new business incubator program at the university helped several students launch their own companies. "

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