What does the cryptic crossword clue "As an alternative, cut celestial path (5)" mean?

The definition is "path". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). OR (synonym="as an alternative") + BIT (synonym="cut") = ORBIT; definition: "path" The answer is ORBIT.

As an alternative, cut celestial path (5)

Guardian Cryptic #29497 | 26 Across | 2024-09-25 flower

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