What does the cryptic crossword clue "Space available, or filling arena? (7)" mean?

The definition is "Space available". The wordplay uses charade, container. OR (synonym of "or") + STAGE (synonym of "arena?") [container: "filling"]; definition: "Space available," The answer is Storage.

Space available, or filling arena? (7)

Telegraph Prize Cryptic #3101 | 17 Across | 2021-03-28 flower

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