What does the cryptic crossword clue "See about crossing Alps getting fresh passes (7)" mean?

The definition is "passes". The wordplay uses an anagram. anagram of SEE + ALPS = ELAPSES; definition: "passes" The answer is ELAPSES.

See about crossing Alps getting fresh passes (7)

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