incubator
noun
in·cu·ba·tor
ˈiŋ-kyə-ˌbā-tər 
ˈin-
: one that incubates: such 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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These platforms serve as incubators for radical ideas, transforming bold visions into tangible solutions that push the boundaries of technology.
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Shelli Brunswick, Forbes.com, 28 Mar. 2025
Over the past 20 years, Buscemi has created an incubator for streetwear brands and worked for everyone from DC Shoe Co. and Lotto Sport to Oliver Peoples, mainly as a luxury footwear designer.
—Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 27 Mar. 2025
As the venue’s booking manager, Galvan envisions the Cathedral as an incubator for artists.
—Anthony Solorzano, Los Angeles Times, 26 Mar. 2025
Incubating The Next Creative Economy To accelerate adoption, Story launched Story Academy, a builder program with a 12-week incubator and a 6–7 week accelerator.
—Gary Weinstein, Forbes, 25 Mar. 2025
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Shelli Brunswick, Forbes.com, 28 Mar. 2025
Over the past 20 years, Buscemi has created an incubator for streetwear brands and worked for everyone from DC Shoe Co. and Lotto Sport to Oliver Peoples, mainly as a luxury footwear designer.
—Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 27 Mar. 2025
As the venue’s booking manager, Galvan envisions the Cathedral as an incubator for artists.
—Anthony Solorzano, Los Angeles Times, 26 Mar. 2025
Incubating The Next Creative Economy To accelerate adoption, Story launched Story Academy, a builder program with a 12-week incubator and a 6–7 week accelerator.
—Gary Weinstein, Forbes, 25 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for incubator
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“Incubator.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/incubator. Accessed 11 Apr. 2025.
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incubator
noun
in·cu·ba·tor
ˈiŋ-kyə-ˌbāt-ər
ˈin-
: one that incubates
especially
: a piece of equipment providing suitable conditions (as of warmth and moisture) for incubating something
an incubator for premature babies
Medical Definition
incubator
noun
in·cu·ba·tor
ˈiŋ-kyə-ˌbāt-ər, ˈin-
: 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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