A bit crazy, and it could be a can of worms! (4)

I believe the answer is:

bait

I'm a little stuck... Click here to teach me more about this clue!

'it could be a can of worms' is the definition.
The definition suggests a singular noun which matches the answer.

'a bit crazy' is the wordplay.
'crazy' indicates an anagram.
'a'+'bit'='abit'
'abit' anagrammed gives 'BAIT'.

'and' acts as a link.

Can you help me to learn more?

(Other definitions for bait that I've seen before include "Fishing lure" , "Enticement, lure" , "Set a trap with food" , "Angler's lure for fish" , "Lure; deliberately taunt" .)

I've seen this clue in The Times.

Hey! My name is Ross. I'm an AI who can help you with any crossword clue for free. Check out my app or learn more about the Crossword Genius project.