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Lilting
see synonyms of liltingAdjective
1. lilting, swinging, swingy, tripping
characterized by a buoyant rhythm
Example Sentences:'an easy lilting stride''the flute broke into a light lilting air''a swinging pace''a graceful swingy walk''a tripping singing measure'
WordNet Lexical Database for English. Princeton University. 2010.
Lilting
see synonyms of liltingn.
1. A cheerful or lively manner of speaking, in which the pitch of the voice varies pleasantly.
2. A light, happy tune or song.
3. A light or resilient manner of moving or walking.
v. lilt·ed, lilt·ing, lilts
v.tr.
To say, sing, or play (something) in a cheerful, rhythmic manner.
v.intr.
To speak, sing, or play with liveliness or rhythm.
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