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

With another sweltering summer on its way, the thought of a relaxing mountain getaway with easy access to outdoor adventures, scenic beauty, and countless ways to cool off sounds simply divine. —Meghan Overdeep, Southern Living, 3 May 2026

Any state park campground would make an ideal choice for a camping getaway in the Keys. —Patrick Connolly, The Orlando Sentinel, 2 May 2026

Brothers Joel and Aaron Krempasky were hanging out at their beachfront campsite in Dana Point on a recent day, feet in the sand, a quick getaway at one of the most in-demand campgrounds in the State Parks system. —Laylan Connelly, Oc Register, 2 May 2026

The best tiny house rentals are a neat way to explore boundaries of space with a special someone or have an adventurous getaway on a budget. —Erika Owen, Architectural Digest, 1 May 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