Lilt Definition

lĭlt
lilted, lilting, lilts
noun
lilts
A cheerful or lively manner of speaking, in which the pitch of the voice varies pleasantly.
American Heritage
A merry song or tune with a light, swingy, and graceful rhythm.
Webster's New World
A light and graceful rhythm or movement.
Webster's New World
verb
lilted, lilting, lilts
To say, sing, or play (something) in a cheerful, rhythmic manner.
American Heritage
To sing, speak, play, or move with a light, graceful rhythm or swing.
Webster's New World

Other Word Forms of Lilt

Noun

Singular:
lilt
Plural:
lilts

Origin of Lilt

  • From Middle English lulten, lilten to sound an alarm

    From American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition

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