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lilt

/lɪlt/ · noun

Meaning

  1. Animated, brisk motion; spirited rhythm; sprightliness.
  2. A lively song or dance; a cheerful tune.
  3. A cheerful or melodious accent when speaking.
  4. To do something rhythmically, with animation and quickness, usually of music.
  5. To sing cheerfully, especially in Gaelic.
  6. To utter with spirit, animation, or gaiety; to sing with spirit and liveliness.

Etymology / origin

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Sources

  1. DictionaryAPI.dev English dictionary data
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