LILT


Meaning of LILT in English

— liltingly , adv. — liltingness , n.

/lilt/ , n.

1. rhythmic swing or cadence.

2. a lilting song or tune.

v.i. , v.t.

3. to sing or play in a light, tripping, or rhythmic manner.

[ 1300-50; ME lulte; perh. akin to D lul pipe, lullen to lull ]

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