Hooter essential for slow Lada (3)
I believe the answer is:
owl
'hooter' is the definition.
(I've seen this before)
'essential for slow lada' is the wordplay.
'OWL' is hidden within the letters.
However, I am unsure how the hidden word is indicated.
Can you help me to learn more?
(Other definitions for owl that I've seen before include "Pussy-cat's wooer (Lear)" , "Traditionally wise bird" , "Someone solemn or wise or staying up at night" , "Athena's bird" , "Smuggle sheep" .)