noun a person or thing that broods, such as a hen incubating eggs or a person who is deep in thought or worried
In parenting, a brooder may describe a parent who is overly protective or anxious about their child's well-being, often to the point of hindering the child's independence.
In psychology, a brooder refers to someone who tends to dwell on negative thoughts or experiences, often leading to feelings of depression or anxiety.
In agriculture, a brooder can also refer to a device used to provide warmth to young animals such as piglets or calves.
A brooder is a heated enclosure used to keep young chicks warm and safe until they are old enough to regulate their own body temperature.
In literature, a brooder may refer to a character who is prone to deep, introspective thinking or contemplation.
In psychology, a brooder may be used to describe a person who tends to ruminate or dwell on negative thoughts or emotions.
In the context of poultry farming, a brooder is a heated enclosure used to keep young chicks warm and safe.
In environmental science, a brooder may refer to a device used to artificially incubate fish eggs in a controlled environment.