This is the 5791st most frequent German word.
brutkasten
"Brutkasten" translates to "incubator" in English.
Here, 'Brutkasten' is used in a literal sense, referring to a device used for hatching eggs.
Die Henne legte ihre Eier in den Brutkasten.
The hen laid her eggs in the incubator.
Here, 'Brutkasten' refers to an incubator used typically for scientific purposes, aiding in maintaining required conditions.
Der Brutkasten im Labor hat eine konstante Temperatur.
The incubator in the lab maintains a constant temperature.
In this context, 'Brutkasten' metaphorically describes an entity that fosters development or growth of concepts.