get·away [getawaygetaways] BrE [ˈɡetəweɪ] NAmE [ˈɡetəweɪ] noun usually singular 1. an escape from a difficult situation, especially after committing a crime •to make a quick getaway •a getaway car 2. (informal)a short holiday/vacation; a place that is suitable for a holiday/vacation •a romantic weekend getaway in New York •the popular island getaway of Penang
Example Bank: •We'll have to make a quick getaway. •a shortlist of things that most people look for when planning their summer getaway
