Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
getaway-car
noun
/ˈɡɛtəˌweɪ kɑr/
Definition
A vehicle used to escape from a crime scene or a situation quickly.
Examples
- The bank robbers sped away in a stolen getaway car.
- After the heist, they hopped into their getaway car and drove off in a hurry.
- Police were able to track down the getaway car using surveillance footage.
Meaning
A getaway car is typically used by criminals to flee the scene of a robbery, theft, or another illegal act. It is designed for fast escape to avoid capture.
Synonyms
- escape vehicle
- fleeing car
- quick escape car
