For the purpose of this chapter, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
DRIVER. Every person in charge of or operating any passenger-carrying vehicle, either as agent, employee, or otherwise, under the direction of the owner.
OWNER. Every person, firm, or corporation having the use, control of, or right to use or control any passenger-carrying automobile or motor-propelled vehicle under ownership, lease, or otherwise.
TAXICAB. Every automobile or motor-propelled vehicle used for the transportation of passengers over the public streets of the city and not over a defined route, irrespective of whether the operations extend beyond the boundary limits of the city at rates for distance traveled or for waiting time, or for both, and such vehicle is routed under the direction of the passenger or of such persons hiring the same.
('65 Code, § 5-22.01) (Ord. 290, passed - - )