Meaning of getaway in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Noun
    1. Definitions

  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 »

    Derived terms

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