When used in this article the meaning of words, terms, and phrases, shall be limited to that stated in the specific definitions contained in the article. Any other word, term, sentence, phrase, or paragraph shall be construed according to its usual meaning and according to its context. In case of doubt, construction shall be in favor of the state.Codes, 1942, § 9718; Laws, 1940, ch. 127; Laws, 1946, ch. 261, § 4.
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