getaway

noun

get·​away ˈge-tə-ˌwā 

1

: an act or instance of getting away: such as

a

: escape

b

: start

2

: a place suitable for a vacation

3

: a vacation especially of brief duration

Synonyms of getaway

• escape
• flight

Examples of getaway in a Sentence

We're planning a weekend getaway to the mountains.

The resort advertises itself as the perfect island getaway.

Recent Examples on the Web

Here’s how to make your next family getaway smoother from start to finish. —Lauren Schuster, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 26 Mar. 2026

The mix of summer brights and playful patterns gives the vibe of a tropical getaway—no plane ticket necessary. —Kelsey Stiegman, Glamour, 25 Mar. 2026

But getting there requires more planning than a solo or couples getaway. —Lauren Schuster, Kansas City Star, 25 Mar. 2026

These towels are ultra-thin, sand-free microfiber essentials that shake clean instantly, dry three times faster than cotton, and fold down lightweight and compact for the ultimate travel-ready getaway. —ABC News, 24 Mar. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1849, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing getaway

• getaway car

Rhymes for getaway

• aaa
• adonais
• alleyway
• alumnae
• anime
• anyway
• arete
• attache
• baa
• beaujolais
• bouvier
• breakaway

Kids Definition

getaway

noun

get·​away ˈget-ə-ˌwā 

1

: escape entry 2 sense 1

2

: start entry 2 sense 2

3

: a short vacation

4

: a place suitable for a vacation