Half of the spectres rattle supporting framework (7)

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trestle

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(Other definitions for trestle that I've seen before include "Frame to hold table" , "Table support frame" , "support of growth" , "Supporting framework for, eg, table top" , "Supporter" .)

I've seen this clue in The Irish Times.

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