getaway

UK
/ˈɡɛtəweɪ/
US
/ˈɡɛtəˌweɪ/

Translations

getawaynoun
getaways
pl
UK
/ˈɡɛtəweɪ/
US
/ˈɡɛtəˌweɪ/
The criminals planned a quick getaway after the heist.
Преступники планировали быстрый побег после ограбления.
We are planning a weekend getaway to the mountains.
Мы планируем отдых на выходные в горах.
getawayadjective
UK
/ˈɡet.ə.weɪ/
US
/ˈɡɛt.əˌweɪ/
Used only attributively before a noun (e.g., "getaway car").

Definitions

getawaynoun
A place where one goes for a short vacation or break.
We planned a weekend getaway to the mountains to relax and unwind.
An escape or quick departure, especially from a scene of crime.
The thieves made a quick getaway in a stolen car after the robbery.
getawayadjective
Designed or intended for use in an escape, especially after committing a crime.
The robbers sped off in a getaway car.
Suitable for or characteristic of a short vacation or retreat.
They rented a small getaway cabin by the lake.