What does the cryptic crossword clue "Capital: something that constricts gains acquired (6)" mean?

The definition is "Capital". The wordplay uses a container (one word inside another). GOT (synonym="GOT") in BOA (synonym="BOA") = BOGOTA; definition: "Capital:" The answer is BOGOTA.

Capital: something that constricts gains acquired (6)

Times Cryptic #28785 | 5 Across | 2023-12-13 flower

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