getaway

[get-uh-wey]

noun

1. a getting away or fleeing; an escape.

2. the start of a race.

   a fast getaway.

3. a place where one escapes for relaxation, vacation, etc., or a period of time for such recreation.

   a little seaside getaway; a two-week getaway in the Bahamas.

adjective

1. used as a means of escape or fleeing.

   a stolen getaway car.

2. used for occasional relaxation, retreat, or reclusion.

   a weekend getaway house.

Word History and Origins

Origin of getaway¹

First recorded in 1850–55; noun use of verb phrase get away

Example Sentences

Also taken into custody Tuesday was Maria “Mary Oceans” Mares, who is accused of driving the getaway car in a fumbled attempt on Amiryan’s life.

From Los Angeles Times

I planned a quick weekend getaway with a few of my friends, and here’s some of what we did and ate.

From Salon

Mr Love was accused of being the getaway driver but said he had been used by Fraser.

From BBC

Cardi B and Diggs, 31, publicly debuted their relationship in May after they were spotted together at the Met Gala and enjoying each other’s company during a Valentine’s Day weekend getaway in Miami.

From Los Angeles Times

Before long, Gil convinced her to drive to Las Vegas for a weekend getaway.

From Los Angeles Times