What does the cryptic crossword clue "Case husband found in market (5)" mean?

The definition is "Case". The wordplay uses charade, container. H (synonym of "husband") + SELL (synonym of "market") [container: "found in"]; definition: "Case" The answer is SHELL.

Case husband found in market (5)

Guardian Cryptic #27658 | 11 Across | 2018-11-05 flower

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