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getaway

Pronunciation: /ˈgɛtəweɪ/
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Definition of getaway

noun

  • 1an escape or quick departure, especially after committing a crime:the thugs made their getaway [as modifier]:a getaway car
  • 2 informal a short holiday:a weekend getaway
  • a holiday destination:the island getaway of Penang

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