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

Investigators said Joseph acted as the getaway driver in the robberies. — Rosalio Ahumada, Sacbee.com, 15 Sep. 2026

Since making their relationship public, the pair have enjoyed several romantic date nights, including a recent Italian getaway. — Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 11 Sep. 2026

In fact, the forests are within an hour or two drive from Denver—great for a day trip or long weekend getaway. — Stephanie Vermillion, Travel + Leisure, 10 Sep. 2026

The real Gordon Bay Cottage also sits right on Lake Joseph, one of the most popular and sought-after lakes in the Muskoka region, which means a stay here will come with all the trappings of a classic Canadian summer getaway. — Hannah Chubb, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Sep. 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