What does the cryptic crossword clue "Cloak catching on for gangster (6)" mean?

The definition is "gangster". The wordplay uses charade, container. CAPE (synonym of "Cloak") + ON (synonym of "on") [container: "catching"]; definition: "gangster" The answer is Capone.

Cloak catching on for gangster (6)

Telegraph Prize Cryptic #3057 | 27 Across | 2020-05-24 flower

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