have it away

The phrase "have it away" is chiefly used in British and Australian English as a colloquial and often vulgar expression.

Definition

C1Informal Conversation

(vulgar, slang)To engage in sexual activity.

Example

  • He boasted that he had it away with someone at the party.

C2Crime

(slang)To steal or take something during a robbery.

Example

  • They planned to have it away with the cash from the safe.

C2Escape

(slang)To leave or escape quickly.

Example

  • The prisoners managed to have it away before the guards noticed.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "have it away":

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