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

What truly elevates the Loch Lomond Arms from a handsome design project into a soul-restoring getaway is its staff, most of whom hail from the local area. — Liam Hess, Vogue, 3 Nov. 2026

With his tires slashed by Todd and cops en route, Fang selects a glossy red muscle car for his getaway. — Todd Gilchrist, Variety, 2 Nov. 2026

Planning a solo getaway but your suitcase is ready to fall apart at any moment? — Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 1 Nov. 2026

Choosing the perfect place to hole up for a weekend getaway is not always straightforward. — Sarah James, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Nov. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1849, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing getaway

• getaway car

Rhymes for getaway

• aaa
• alleyway
• alumnae
• anime
• anyway
• arete
• attache
• axillae
• 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