Cryptic crossword clue
Ray with bit of luminance round shiny fabric 5

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

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The straight part
We know that "shiny fabric" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case shiny fabric = lurex.
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 LUREX mean?

LUREX noun
  1. A form of yarn (or fabric made from it) that incorporates a glittering metallic thread.

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