Incubator

usgb/ˈɪŋkjubeɪtər/
noun

A machine that provides a safe, warm place for eggs to hatch or for premature babies to grow.

They placed the premature baby in an incubator.
Visual representation of "incubator" - A machine that provides a safe, warm place for eggs to hatch or for premature babies to grow.

Often appears as...

  • baby incubator
  • egg incubator
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Healthcare Context

Used when discussing care for newborns, especially those needing extra medical attention.

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The nurse checked the incubator every hour to monitor the infant's progress.
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Precision Instrument

Reflects a controlled environment necessary for delicate processes like hatching eggs or caring for preemies.

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The zookeeper placed the endangered bird eggs into the incubator.
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Not Just Warmth

An incubator often includes features to control humidity and oxygen levels, not just temperature.

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The incubator's humidity settings were adjusted for the tropical bird eggs.
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