LILT

vi to sing cheerfully.

2. lilt ·noun a lively song or dance; a cheerful tune.

3. lilt ·noun animated, brisk motion; spirited rhythm; sprightliness.

4. lilt ·vi to do anything with animation and quickness, as to skip, fly, or hop.

5. lilt ·vt to utter with spirit, animation, or gayety; to sing with spirit and liveliness.