Definition of Lilt

1. Noun. A jaunty rhythm in music.

Exact synonyms: Swing
Generic synonyms: Rhythmicity
Derivative terms: Swing, Swing, Swingy

2. Verb. Articulate in a very careful and rhythmic way.

Definition of Lilt

1. v. i. To do anything with animation and quickness, as to skip, fly, or hop.

2. v. t. To utter with spirit, animation, or gayety; to sing with spirit and liveliness.

3. n. Animated, brisk motion; spirited rhythm; sprightliness.

Definition of Lilt

1. Verb. To do something rhythmically, with animation and quickness, usually of music. ¹

2. Verb. To sing cheerfully, especially in Gaelic. ¹

3. Verb. To utter with spirit, animation, or gaiety; to sing with spirit and liveliness. ¹

4. Noun. Animated, brisk motion; spirited rhythm; sprightliness. ¹

5. Noun. A lively song or dance; a cheerful tune. ¹

6. Noun. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Definition of Lilt

1. to sing or speak rhythmically [v -ED, -ING, -S]

Lexicographical Neighbors of Lilt

liliopsid family
liliopsid genus
liliopsids
lill
lilled
lillianite
lillianites
lilling
lilliputian hallucination
lilliputians
lilliputs
lills
lilly-pillies
lilly-pilly
lilos
lilt (current term)
lilted
lilting
liltingly
liltingness
liltingnesses
lilts
lily
lily-livered
lily-of-the-valley
lily-of-the-valley tree
lily-white
lily family
lily of the Incas
lily of the Nile

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