Cryptic crossword clue
Lay to rest wearing uniform which signifies the senior service 5

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

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The straight part
We know that "Lay to rest" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case lay to rest = inurn.
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.
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What does INURN mean?

INURN verb
  1. To place (the remains of a person who has died) in an urn or other container.
  2. To hold or contain (the remains of a person who has died).

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