Cryptic crossword clue
Rags made from loose dress, first to last 5

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

I've seen this crossword clue in The Daily Telegraph
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The straight part
We know that "Rags" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case rags = mocks.
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 MOCKS mean?

MOCKS noun
  1. An imitation, usually of lesser quality.
  2. Mockery, the act of mocking.
  3. A practice exam set by an educating institution to prepare students for an important exam.
  4. A mockup or prototype.
MOCKS verb
  1. To mimic, to simulate.
  2. To create an artistic representation of.
  3. To make fun of by mimicking, to taunt.
  4. To tantalise, and disappoint the hopes of.
  5. To create a mockup or prototype of.

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