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Rarelilting
The correct spelling is lilting.
How to pronounce lilting
verb
IPA: /ˈlɪltɪŋ/
Say it like: Lil-tin-g
The correct spelling is lilting. To do something rhythmically, with animation and quickness, usually of music.
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Meanings
verb
- 1.To do something rhythmically, with animation and quickness, usually of music.
- 2.To sing cheerfully, especially in Gaelic.
- 3.To utter with spirit, animation, or gaiety; to sing with spirit and liveliness.
noun
- 1.A type of lively singing without any musical accompaniment, where the tune itself is sung, often to nonsense syllables.
adjective
- 1.Having a lilt; with energy, spirit and sprightliness; lively and cheerful.
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