Willy , pioneering writer on rocketry

I believe the answer is:

ley

(Other definitions for ley that I've seen before include "Supposed line connecting ancient sites" , "Arable land under grass" , "Field; straight track" , "Supposed ancient straight track" .)

I've seen this clue in The New York Times.

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