What does the cryptic crossword clue "Band of fur in untidy place on cat, for one (6)" mean?

The definition is "Band of fur". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). TIP (synonym="untidy place") + PET (synonym="PET") = TIPPET; definition: "Band of fur" The answer is TIPPET.

Band of fur in untidy place on cat, for one (6)

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