The crossword solutions for the term 'REMAINS IN THE TRAY' are ASH (3 letters) and ASHES (5 letters). ASH is a residue of combustion, which is the process of burning something. It is usually composed of fine particles of minerals and other materials that are left behind after a fire. ASHES are the remains of something that has been burned. They are typically gray or black in color and can be found in the tray of a fireplace or wood stove.