What does the cryptic crossword clue "Loads rifles taking time (6)" mean?

The definition is "Loads". The wordplay uses charade, container. SACKS (synonym of "rifles") + T (synonym of "time") [container: "taking"]; definition: "Loads" The answer is STACKS.

Loads rifles taking time (6)

Independent Cryptic #11644 | 14 Across | 2024-02-05 flower

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