The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 5 letter word MANTA
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The straight part
We know that "Ray" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case ray = manta.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 MANTA mean?
MANTA noun- A kind of fabric or blanket used in Latin America and southwestern United States.
- Any of several very large pelagic rays of the genus Manta, with winglike pectoral fins, a long tail, and two fins resembling horns that project from the head.