Sentence:  The <WSD>moccasin</WSD> is preëminently an Indian invention, and one of the highest antiquity. It is true to nature in its adjustment to the foot, beautiful in its materials and finish, and durable as an article of apparel. ... The <WSD>moccasin</WSD> is made of one piece of deer skin. It is seamed up at the heel, and also in front, above the foot, leaving the bottom of the <WSD>moccasin</WSD> without a seam. 
Meaning of the word marked with <WSD> tags:  A traditional Native North American shoe, usually without a heel or sole, made of a piece of deerskin or other soft leather turned up at the edges which are either stitched together at the top of the shoe, or sewn to a vamp (a piece covering the top of the foot). (from early 17th c.)