What does the cryptic crossword clue "Case of husband stuck in traffic (5)" mean?

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

Case of husband stuck in traffic (5)

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