getaway(noun, adjective) adjective1. Pertaining to an escape, as in a vehicle or plans.- They'd been discussing their getaway plans for weeks. noun1. the attribute of being capable of rapid accelerationSimilar word(s): pickupDefinition categories: attribute, acceleration2. a rapid escape (as by criminals)- the thieves made a clean getawaySimilar word(s): lamDefinition categories: act, escape, flight