What does the cryptic crossword clue "Pick up from a penetrating depression (5)" mean?

The definition is "Pick". The wordplay uses charade, container. A (abbreviation of "from") + GLEN (synonym of "depression") [container: "penetrating"]; definition: "Pick up" The answer is GLEAN.

Pick up from a penetrating depression (5)

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