For the purpose of this chapter, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
(A) Words used in the present tense shall include the future; and words used in the singular number shall include the plural number; and the plural number shall include the singular number.
(B) The word shall is mandatory and not discretionary.
(C) The word may is permissive or discretionary.
(D) Words not defined shall be interpreted in accordance with definitions contained in Webster’s New Collegiate Dictionary.
(Prior Code, § 13-3)