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from The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition.

  • noun A moccasinlike canvas or leather shoe having a rubber sole designed to provide traction on wet surfaces.

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  • noun A type of casual footwear resembling a loafer, originally designed to be worn aboard a boat, characterized by water-resistant hide, soles designed to improve hold on wet deck of the boat and side lacing.

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