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incubate

UK
/ˈɪŋkjʊbeɪt/
US
/ˈɪŋkjəˌbeɪt/

Translations

incubateverb
incubated
Past Simple
incubated
Past Participle
incubating
Gerund
UK
/ˈɪŋkjʊbeɪt/
US
/ˈɪŋkjəˌbeɪt/
The scientists decided to incubate the eggs in a controlled environment.
Учёные решили инкубировать яйца в контролируемой среде.
Synonyms
hatch
develop
cultivate
foster
nurture
grow

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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