stand a round

stand a round

To pay for drinks for everyone in one's group. Primarily heard in UK. No, no, sit down; it's my turn to stand a round. What's everyone drinking?

See also: round, stand

stand a ˈround (of drinks)

buy a drink at the same time for each of your friends in a pub, bar, etc: It’s my turn to stand a round, so what are you all having?

See also: round, stand