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What does I beg your pardon mean?

Looking for the meaning or definition of the word I beg your pardon? Here's what it means.

Phrase
  1. A phrase used to request something, for example if a statement was not heard.
  2. A phrase used to express an apology for an action.
  3. A phrase used to ask for clarification of something said if it is unexpected, odd or seen as rude without context
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Examples
I beg your pardon for being so rude, but sometimes you forget to put down the curtain at the window where the flowers are.
Right, I thought it was magnifying, I beg your pardon, I am sorry.
I beg your pardon for being here. I come to look for you, and after waiting a little while in hope of your coming in, was making use of your inkstand to explain my errand.
I beg your pardon if I speak to you in such a way in front of all, but I have a sadness making me feel so bad.
Moreover, I beg your pardon, insomuch as I have been slow to unravel your meaning.

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