What does the cryptic crossword clue "Strength of mollusc escaping trap (6)" mean?

The definition is "Strength". The wordplay uses a homophone (sounds like). Sounds like (‘escaping trap’ – trap as mouth) MUSSEL (‘mollusc’) The answer is MUSCLE.

Strength of mollusc escaping trap (6)

Guardian Cryptic #29596 | 3 Down | 2025-01-20 flower

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