Cryptic crossword clue
Dash back after king left ridge 5

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 5 letter word KNURL

I've seen this crossword clue in The Daily Telegraph
K
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R
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The straight part
We know that "ridge" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case ridge = knurl.
The cryptic/wordplay part
In cryptic crossword there's often an wordplay/cryptic part as well.
This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
Sadly, We don't have an explanation for this specific crossword clue yet.

What does KNURL mean?

KNURL noun
  1. A contorted knot in wood.
  2. A crossgrained protuberance; a nodule; a boss or projection.
  3. A lined or crossgrained pattern of ridges or indentations rolled or pressed into a part for grip.
KNURL verb
  1. To roll or press a pattern of ridges or indentations into a part for grip.

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