lilting

adjective lilt·ing \ˈlil-tiŋ\

Definition of LILTING

: characterized by a rhythmical swing or cadence <a lilting stride>

: cheerful, buoyant <a lilting comedy>

— lilt·ing·ly \-lē\ adverb

— lilt·ing·ness noun

1800

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