No. 5,791 in German
brutkasten
"Brutkasten" translates to "incubator" in English.
In a sentence
Der Brutkasten im Labor hat eine konstante Temperatur.
The incubator in the lab maintains a constant temperature.
Here, 'Brutkasten' refers to an incubator used typically for scientific purposes, aiding in maintaining required conditions.
Das Startup ist ein Brutkasten für innovative Ideen.
The startup is an incubator for innovative ideas.
In this context, 'Brutkasten' metaphorically describes an entity that fosters development or growth of concepts.
Die Henne legte ihre Eier in den Brutkasten.
The hen laid her eggs in the incubator.
Here, 'Brutkasten' is used in a literal sense, referring to a device used for hatching eggs.
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