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Complete Definition of "lilt"

English

Pronunciation
Rhymes: Rhymes:English:-ɪlt|-ɪlt

Verb
to lilt

  1. To do anything with animation and quickness, as to skip, fly, or hop.
  2. To sing cheerfully.
  3. To utter with spirit, animation, or gayety; to sing with spirit and liveliness.

Noun
lilt

  1. Animated, brisk motion; spirited rhythm; sprightliness.
  2. A lively song or dance; a cheerful tune.

See also
brogue
drawl
lisp
twang

Category:Scots derivations

webster

ar:lilt
fa:lilt
it:lilt
vi:lilt
zh:lilt

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