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raylike

/ˈreɪlaɪk/
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1

Resembling a ray or beam of light, especially by radiating outward from a central point.

Example

"The mineral specimen featured delicate, raylike crystals spreading outward from a dark core."


2

Resembling or characteristic of a marine ray, such as a stingray or manta ray, especially in having a flattened body and broad pectoral fins.

Example

"The fossilized remains belonged to an ancient, raylike cartilaginous fish that glided along the prehistoric seabed."

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180019102020

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Raylike. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/raylike
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