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incubate

UK
/ˈɪŋkjʊbeɪt/
US
/ˈɪŋkjəˌbeɪt/

Translations

incubateverb
incubated
Past Simple
incubated
Past Participle
incubating
Gerund
UK
/ˈɪŋkjʊbeɪt/
US
/ˈɪŋkjəˌbeɪt/
incuberEmploi scientifique ou médical ; se dit aussi d’un agent pathogène qui se développe avant l’apparition des symptômes.
The scientist incubated the bacterial cultures at 37 degrees Celsius.
Le scientifique a incubé les cultures bactériennes à 37 degrés Celsius.
couverSe dit surtout des œufs, au sens de les maintenir à température convenable pour le développement de l’embryon.
The hen incubated the eggs for three weeks.
La poule a couvé les œufs pendant trois semaines.
Additional translations
faire mûrirAu sens figuré, pour une idée, un projet ou un concept ; emploi courant en contexte général.
Synonyms
foster
grow
nurture
cultivate
develop
hatch

Definitions

incubateverb
To keep (eggs, embryos, or bacteria) at a suitable temperature so that they develop.
The scientist incubated the bacterial cultures at 37 degrees Celsius.
To develop an idea or plan slowly and carefully before taking action.
She incubated the business concept for months before presenting it to investors.
Of a disease or pathogen, to develop inside a person or animal before symptoms appear.
The virus can incubate in the host for up to two weeks before any signs become noticeable.
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