As used in Chapters 26, 26.1 and 26.2, unless the context otherwise requires, the term:

“Judgment” includes a decree, order, finding, or award.

“Petitioner” means a party who petitions to the Court of Appeals or the Supreme Court for an appeal.

“Appellant” means any aggrieved party who has an appeal of right or who has been granted an appeal by the Court of Appeals or the Supreme Court.

“Appellate court” means either the Court of Appeals or the Supreme Court, or both as the context may indicate.