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incubators

3 definitions • 2 examples
1
a container that has controlled air and temperature conditions in which a weak or premature baby (= one which was born too early) can be kept alive
2
a device for keeping birds' eggs at the correct temperature to allow young birds to develop until they break out of the shell
3
an organization that helps people to start new companies, especially ones involved with advanced technology:

Examples:

The university has a business incubator to foster technology start-ups.
an incubator unit

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