(definition) by Webster 1913 Wed Dec 22 1999 at 0:22:56

In"cu*ba`tor (?), n.

That which incubates, especially, an apparatus by means of which eggs are hatched by artificial heat.

 

© Webster 1913

In"cu*ba`tor (?), n.

1.

A contrivance for the cultivation of microörganisms by maintaining a suitable temperature.

2. (Med.)

An apparatus for rearing prematurely born babies.

 

© Webster 1913

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