Lilting

/ˈlɪltɪŋ/ verb noun adjective

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

What it means

  1. (verb) To do something rhythmically, with animation and quickness, usually of music.
  2. (verb) To sing cheerfully, especially in Gaelic.
  3. (verb) To utter with spirit, animation, or gaiety; to sing with spirit and liveliness.
  4. (noun) A type of lively singing without any musical accompaniment, where the tune itself is sung, often to nonsense syllables.
  5. (adjective) Having a lilt; with energy, spirit and sprightliness; lively and cheerful.

Letter analysis

  • Lilting contains 7 letters: 2 vowel(s) and 5 consonant(s).
  • It uses 5 unique letters.
  • Estimated syllable count: 2.
  • Scrabble-style letter score: 8.

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What does Lilting mean?

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

What are the anagrams of Lilting?

Valid anagrams: tilling.

How many letters are in Lilting?

Lilting has 7 letters.

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