Meaning of getaway in English

1. Pronunciation

   /ˈɡɛdəˌweɪ/

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1. Noun

   getaway

   Definitions

   1. the attribute of being capable of rapid acceleration

   Examples

   • « his car has a lot of pickup »
2. 2. a rapid escape (as by criminals)

   Examples

   • « the thieves made a clean getaway »
   • « after the expose he had to take it on the lam »