lilting

/ˈlɪltɪŋ/

verb

  1. 1

    To do something rhythmically, with animation and quickness, usually of music.

  2. 2

    To sing cheerfully, especially in Gaelic.

  3. 3

    To utter with spirit, animation, or gaiety; to sing with spirit and liveliness.

noun

  1. 1

    A type of lively singing without any musical accompaniment, where the tune itself is sung, often to nonsense syllables.

adjective

  1. 1

    Having a lilt; with energy, spirit and sprightliness; lively and cheerful.

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