What does the cryptic crossword clue "Bird in cage: crime considering that won't open (7,3)" mean?

The definition is "Bird in cage". The wordplay uses a deletion. BATTERY (synonym="BATTERY") + HEN (synonym="considering") = BATTERY HEN; definition: "Bird in cage:" The answer is BATTERY HEN.

Bird in cage: crime considering that won't open (7,3)

Times Cryptic #28173 | 24 Across | 2021-12-29 flower

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