Shed many layers here (8)

I believe the answer is:

henhouse

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'many layers here' is the definition.
(hens lay eggs)

I don't understand the remainder of the clue.

(Other definitions for henhouse that I've seen before include "Where females rule the roost" , "Farm building for poultry" , "Where eggs are laid" .)

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