§ 2.188 OTHER MATTERS.
   (A)   Interpretation. Words and phrases in this chapter shall be construed according to their common and accepted meanings, except that words and phrases defined in § 2.180(E) of this chapter shall be construed according to the respective definitions given in that section. Technical words and technical phrases that are not defined in this chapter but which have acquired particular meanings in law or in technical usage shall be construed according to such meanings.
   (B)   Catchline headings. The catchline headings of the articles and sections of this chapter are intended for convenience only, and shall not be construed as affecting the meaning or interpretation of the text of the articles or sections to which they may refer.
   (C)   Severability. The provisions of this chapter are hereby declared to be severable, and if any part or provision of this chapter should be declared invalid or unenforceable by any court of competent jurisdiction, such invalidity or unenforceability shall not affect any other part or provision of this chapter.
(Prior Code, § 2.188) (Ord. effective 1-18-2002; Ord. effective 4-29-2022)