incubator
nounfemininetécnico/ĩkubɐˈdoɾɐ/medium
in·cu·ba·do·ra
Definition
Apparatus or compartment that maintains controlled conditions of temperature, humidity, and others, for the development of eggs, premature newborns, or microbiological cultures.
The premature baby stayed in the incubator for several weeks.
The university's incubator supports innovative start-up projects.
Etymology
Do latim *incubare* (chocar, repousar sobre), através do verbo 'incubar'.