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

• 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

So, naturally, a trip to Ireland feels rather on-theme for a Halloween season getaway. —Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 18 Oct. 2025

Portugal—specifically the Algarve region—has become the destination for Black travelers seeking something different from the usual Caribbean getaway or European city break. —Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 18 Oct. 2025

For weekend getaways or quick business trips, our editors love the Etronik Weekender and Toiletry Bag Set, which boasts a separate shoe compartment and is a whopping 50 percent off. —Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 18 Oct. 2025

Miches, Dominican Republic About 90 minutes north of Punta Cana, Miches is an up-and-coming destination in the Dominican Republic that’s a perfect place for a tropical fall getaway. —Beth Luberecki, USA Today, 18 Oct. 2025

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