be had up (for something)

be had up (for something)

To be indicted, arrested, and/or tried (for a crime). The CEO was had up for embezzling nearly $18 million of company money.See also: up

have (someone) up (for something)

to invite someone to a place that is on a higher level or in the north, for a meal, party, cards, etc. (Fixed order.) We would like to have you up for dinner some evening. We will have you up soon.See also: have, up