What does the cryptic crossword clue "This trembles when shut in (5)" mean?

The definition is "shut in". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). AS (synonym of "when") + PEN (synonym of "shut"); definition: "This trembles" The answer is ASPEN.

This trembles when shut in (5)

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