What does the cryptic crossword clue "Where files are kept concerning matter linked to railway (8)" mean?

The definition is "railway". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). RE (abbreviation="concerning") + GIST (synonym="matter") + RY (abbreviation="railway") = REGISTRY; definition: "Where files are kept" The answer is REGISTRY.

Where files are kept concerning matter linked to railway (8)

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