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

Henderson, who was identified by witnesses as a former employee of the restaurant, is accused of serving as Child’s getaway driver, using a maroon pickup that was recently reported stolen in Canyon County, police said. — Rachel Roberts, Idaho Statesman, 17 July 2026

The mini dress tops our packing list for every summer getaway. — Christina Holevas, Vogue, 17 July 2026

The waterfront getaway takes full advantage of its Caribbean Sea views throughout its rooms and lush grounds, which pay contemporary homage to Cancun’s Mayan history. — Forbes Travel Guide, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026

Here are a dozen of the best small East Coast towns to consider for your next getaway. — Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 17 July 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