incubated

UK
/ˈɪŋkjʊbeɪtɪd/
US
/ˈɪŋkjəˌbeɪtɪd/

Translations

incubatedadjective
UK
/ˈɪŋkjʊbeɪtɪd/
US
/ˈɪŋkjəˌbeɪtɪd/
incubéSens biologique ou technique.
The incubated eggs were carefully monitored to ensure the chicks would hatch successfully.
Les œufs incubés ont été surveillés attentivement afin de s’assurer que les poussins écloraient avec succès.
Additional translations
mûriSens figuré, pour une idée ou un projet développé dans des conditions contrôlées.
incubateverb

incubated

Past Simple

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.

Definitions

incubatedadjective
Kept at a suitable temperature and environment for development, especially in a controlled setting.
The incubated eggs were carefully monitored to ensure the chicks would hatch successfully.
Developed or nurtured under controlled conditions, often used metaphorically.
The incubated idea grew into a successful business venture.
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.