tripping

characterized by a buoyant rhythm

• “an easy lilting stride”
• “the flute broke into a light lilting air”
• “a swinging pace”
• “a graceful swingy walk”
• “a tripping singing measure”

moving easily and quickly; nimble

• “the dancer was light and graceful”
• “a lightsome buoyant step”
• “walked with a light tripping step”