Dead-set - definition

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noun

- (hunting) The rigid pose a hunting dog assumes when pointing out game to a hunter.
The judge at the dog show took points off the Irish setter's dead set because its right ear twitched a few times.
- (figuratively) By extension, a determined effort.
I might not graduate first in my class, but I'll make a dead set at it.
- Alternative spelling of dead set.

adjective

- unswervingly dedicated; resolutely determined
If John is dead set on marrying Catherine, his parents' objection will only provoke a falling out.
The governor is dead set against the concealed weapons permit legislation and will veto it even if it costs her the re-election.
- Alternative spelling of dead set.
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