What does the cryptic crossword clue "Used primarily to hang, put in inverted position (5)" mean?

The definition is "put in inverted position". The wordplay uses acrostic, charade. U (first letter of "Used") + PEND (synonym of "hang,") [first letter: "primarily"]; definition: "put in inverted position" The answer is UPEND.

Used primarily to hang, put in inverted position (5)

Guardian Cryptic #29253 | 12 Across | 2023-12-14 flower

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