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

Shirehjini is suspected of stealing the gift box, and Avetisyan was identified as the alleged getaway driver on the night of the wedding.

From Los Angeles Times

Separately, the RAC has warned roads will be busy all of Friday with three million getaway journeys planned, and particularly heavy traffic on the M5 between Bristol and Devon.

From BBC

In one message, Rothwell stated: "I'm gonna do all them soon", before discussing the use of a specific van as a getaway vehicle.

From BBC

A growing trend of Brits booking getaways last minute, as well as a rise in people taking shorter breaks, is having a mixed impact on Welsh tourism businesses.

From BBC

I’d place “And Just Like That …” after that, with the Abu Dhabi getaway movie dead last.

From Los Angeles Times