The case presented by Socrates? (5)
I believe the answer is:
crate
'the case' is the definition.
(both can mean a container)
'by socrates?' is the wordplay.
'CRATE' is hidden in amongst the letters.
But, I'm unsure how this is indicated.
'presented' acts as a link.
Can you help me to learn more?
(Other definitions for crate that I've seen before include "Wooden container" , "Old soldiers might be found in this" , "Clapped-out vehicle" , "Trace to a large container" , "Carton; old plane" .)