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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TikTok’s Future in Entertainment TikTok as a talent incubator: Industry professionals continue to emerge from social platforms.
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Forbes.com, 2 July 2025
The Nia Center has served as a small business incubator in the West End for years and is seen by many as a staple within the community.
—Keely Doll, The Courier-Journal, 2 July 2025
One idea to support this is an investment in support for a culinary incubator that would enhance the city’s culinary offerings and foster a more vibrant local food scene.
—Claire Osborn, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025
Neff, cofounder of brand incubator Beach House Group, has partnered with the former professional soccer player, the one-time England captain and now co-owner of Inter Miami, on his first venture into food: Beeup, a gummy snack rooted in honey.
—Ryma Chikhoune, Footwear News, 16 June 2025
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Forbes.com, 2 July 2025
The Nia Center has served as a small business incubator in the West End for years and is seen by many as a staple within the community.
—Keely Doll, The Courier-Journal, 2 July 2025
One idea to support this is an investment in support for a culinary incubator that would enhance the city’s culinary offerings and foster a more vibrant local food scene.
—Claire Osborn, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025
Neff, cofounder of brand incubator Beach House Group, has partnered with the former professional soccer player, the one-time England captain and now co-owner of Inter Miami, on his first venture into food: Beeup, a gummy snack rooted in honey.
—Ryma Chikhoune, Footwear News, 16 June 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 19 Jul. 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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