That makes a series of short, sharp, percussive sounds; that rattles. Also: designating a sound of this type.

Of a thing, action, etc.: vigorous, energetic; characterized by, displaying, or suggestive of liveliness, vigour, or animation. Cf. spirited, adj. 2c.

Of a thing. Having qualities or properties suggestive of energy, vigour, animation, etc.; lively.

Full of, characterized by, or exhibiting vivacity or liveliness; animated, brisk, lively, sprightly. Of qualities, conditions, etc.