What does the cryptic crossword clue "Catch note on a book (3)" mean?

The definition is "Catch". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). N (abbreviation="note") + A (from clue) + B (abbreviation="book") = NAB; definition: "Catch" The answer is NAB.

Catch note on a book (3)

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