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What does dead set mean?

Looking for the meaning or definition of the word dead set? Here's what it means.

Noun
  1. (hunting) The rigid pose a hunting dog assumes when pointing out game to a hunter.
  2. A fixed or stationary condition arising from obstacle or hindrance; a deadlock.
  3. (figuratively) By extension, a determined effort.
Adjective
  1. unswervingly dedicated; resolutely determined
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