'ray-like' originates from the English word 'ray,' which comes from the Old French 'rai,' derived from the Latin 'radius,' meaning 'beam' or 'spoke.'

'ray' transformed from the Old French 'rai' and eventually became the modern English word 'ray.' The suffix '-like' is added to form 'ray-like,' indicating resemblance.

Initially, 'ray' meant 'beam of light,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.