Definition of GETAWAY

getaway

Meanings

Plural: getaways

Noun

  • the attribute of being capable of rapid acceleration
  • a rapid escape (as by criminals)
    • "the thieves made a clean getaway"
  • A means of escape.
  • The effecting of an escape.
  • A vacation or holiday, or the destination for one.

Adj

  • Pertaining to an escape, as in a vehicle or plans.

Origin / Etymology

Deverbal from get away.

Synonyms

lam, leave, pickup, time off, vacation

Scrabble Score: 14

getaway is a valid Scrabble (US) TWL word
getaway is a valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
getaway is a valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 14

getaway is a valid Words With Friends word