noun
getaway
noun
1
An escape, especially a quick one after a crime.
"The robbers made their getaway in a stolen car."
2
A short holiday or the destination for one.
"They booked a romantic weekend getaway in the mountains."
adj
1
Relating to or used for an escape, as in "getaway car."
"The gang waited outside with the getaway car running."
How to Use Getaway
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishEither a quick escape, or a short relaxing trip away from home.
Common pairings
getaway car
weekend getaway
make a getaway
Word Forms
getaways plural
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Etymology
Formed from the phrasal verb "get away," turned into a noun.