Crossword Genius

Catch showing a degree of inability (3)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

nab

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

'catch' is the definition.
(nab can mean to capture or arrest)

'a degree of inability' is the wordplay.
'NAB' is hidden in amongst the letters.
However, I'm uncertain how this is indicated.

'showing' is the link.

Can you help me to learn more?

(Other definitions for nab that I've seen before include "Catch; grab suddenly" , "Arrest (colloq.)" , "Collar (sl.)" , "Apprehend" , "Take" .)

I've seen this clue in the Evening Standard.
Want a hint initially instead of a full solution? Install my app