stand (one) to (something)

stand (one) to (something)

To treat one to or provide the money necessary for something. The company is standing me to a business degree, with the expectation that I take on more responsibilities after it is completed. I felt bad for the guy, so I offered to stand him to a drink.See also: stand

stand to

v. To take up positions for military action: Upon hearing gunfire, the soldiers stood to.See also: stand