incubator
1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for incubator, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A device that keeps a controlled, warm environment for a premature or newborn baby.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use incubator
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From incubate plus the agent-forming suffix -or.
Full origin of incubator →Frequently asked questions
What does “incubator” mean?
The word “incubator” means a device that keeps a controlled, warm environment for a premature or newborn baby. In plain terms, something that provides the right early conditions for growth — for a baby, eggs, bacteria, or a new business.
How do you pronounce “incubator”?
“Incubator” is pronounced IHN-kyoo-bay-tuh ([ˈɪn.kjuːˌbeɪ.ɾɚ] in IPA).
How do you use “incubator” in a sentence?
Here is “incubator” used in a sentence: “The premature baby spent two weeks in an incubator.”
What part of speech is “incubator”?
“Incubator” is a noun.
How many meanings does “incubator” have?
“Incubator” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a device that keeps a controlled, warm environment for a premature or newborn baby.