Moccasin: meaning, definitions and examples

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moccasin

[ ˈmɒk.ə.sɪn ]

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type of shoe

A moccasin is a type of shoe made of soft leather or deerskin, typically without a separate heel. It is often associated with Native American culture and is known for its comfort and flexibility.

Synonyms

loafer, sandal, slipper

Examples of usage

Her favorite footwear to wear around the house was a pair of cozy moccasins.
The traditional moccasins were hand-sewn by skilled artisans.
The moccasin is a popular choice for outdoor activities due to its durability and grip.

Translations

Translations of the word "moccasin" in other languages:

🇵🇹 mocassim

🇮🇳 मोकासिन

🇩🇪 Mokassin

🇮🇩 mokasin

🇺🇦 мокасин

🇵🇱 mokasyn

🇯🇵 モカシン

🇫🇷 mocassin

🇪🇸 mocasín

🇹🇷 mokasen

🇰🇷 모카신

🇸🇦 موكاسين

🇨🇿 mokasín

🇸🇰 mokasín

🇨🇳 莫卡辛

🇸🇮 mokasin

🇮🇸 mokkasín

🇰🇿 мокасин

🇬🇪 მოკასინი

🇦🇿 mokasin

🇲🇽 mocasín

Word origin

The word 'moccasin' originated from the Algonquian language spoken by the indigenous people of North America. The style of shoe was adapted by European settlers and has since become a popular footwear choice worldwide.