Chapter IV

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From this reading Scarsmoor Castle; 13th June.”

used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one

From this reading THE MESSAGE OF A PADLOCK “Lord Lynborough presents his compliments to her Excellency the Marchesa di San Servolo.

to agree or express agreement

From this reading Lord Lynborough and his predecessors have enjoyed the use of this path by themselves, their agents, and servants, for many years back--certainly for fifty, as Lord Lynborough knows from his father and from old servants, and Lord Lynborough is not disposed to acquiesce in any obstruction being raised to his continued use of it.

plural of “agent” — an active and efficient cause; capable of producing a certain effect

From this reading Lord Lynborough and his predecessors have enjoyed the use of this path by themselves, their agents, and servants, for many years back--certainly for fifty, as Lord Lynborough knows from his father and from old servants, and Lord Lynborough is not disposed to acquiesce in any obstruction being raised to his continued use of it.

used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together

From this reading Lord Lynborough has learnt, with surprise and regret, that his servants have within the last two days been warned off Beach Path, and that a padlock and other obstacles have been placed on the gate leading to the path, by her Excellency’s orders.

one or some or every or all without specification

From this reading Lord Lynborough and his predecessors have enjoyed the use of this path by themselves, their agents, and servants, for many years back--certainly for fifty, as Lord Lynborough knows from his father and from old servants, and Lord Lynborough is not disposed to acquiesce in any obstruction being raised to his continued use of it.

at the same time that; because; in the way that

From this reading Lord Lynborough and his predecessors have enjoyed the use of this path by themselves, their agents, and servants, for many years back--certainly for fifty, as Lord Lynborough knows from his father and from old servants, and Lord Lynborough is not disposed to acquiesce in any obstruction being raised to his continued use of it.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading He must therefore request her Excellency to have the kindness to order that the padlock and other obstacles shall be removed, and he will be obliged by this being done before eight o’clock to-morrow morning--at which time Lord Lynborough intends to proceed by Beach Path to the sea in order to bathe.

in or to or toward a former location

From this reading Lord Lynborough and his predecessors have enjoyed the use of this path by themselves, their agents, and servants, for many years back--certainly for fifty, as Lord Lynborough knows from his father and from old servants, and Lord Lynborough is not disposed to acquiesce in any obstruction being raised to his continued use of it.

cleanse the entire body

From this reading He must therefore request her Excellency to have the kindness to order that the padlock and other obstacles shall be removed, and he will be obliged by this being done before eight o’clock to-morrow morning--at which time Lord Lynborough intends to proceed by Beach Path to the sea in order to bathe.

used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses

From this reading He must therefore request her Excellency to have the kindness to order that the padlock and other obstacles shall be removed, and he will be obliged by this being done before eight o’clock to-morrow morning--at which time Lord Lynborough intends to proceed by Beach Path to the sea in order to bathe.

an area of sand sloping down to the water of a sea or lake

From this reading Lord Lynborough has learnt, with surprise and regret, that his servants have within the last two days been warned off Beach Path, and that a padlock and other obstacles have been placed on the gate leading to the path, by her Excellency’s orders.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading Lord Lynborough has learnt, with surprise and regret, that his servants have within the last two days been warned off Beach Path, and that a padlock and other obstacles have been placed on the gate leading to the path, by her Excellency’s orders.

earlier than; in front of

From this reading He must therefore request her Excellency to have the kindness to order that the padlock and other obstacles shall be removed, and he will be obliged by this being done before eight o’clock to-morrow morning--at which time Lord Lynborough intends to proceed by Beach Path to the sea in order to bathe.

the -ing form of “be”

From this reading Lord Lynborough and his predecessors have enjoyed the use of this path by themselves, their agents, and servants, for many years back--certainly for fifty, as Lord Lynborough knows from his father and from old servants, and Lord Lynborough is not disposed to acquiesce in any obstruction being raised to his continued use of it.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading Lord Lynborough has learnt, with surprise and regret, that his servants have within the last two days been warned off Beach Path, and that a padlock and other obstacles have been placed on the gate leading to the path, by her Excellency’s orders.

a large and stately mansion

From this reading Scarsmoor Castle; 13th June.”

definitely or positively (“sure” is sometimes used informally for “surely”)

From this reading Lord Lynborough and his predecessors have enjoyed the use of this path by themselves, their agents, and servants, for many years back--certainly for fifty, as Lord Lynborough knows from his father and from old servants, and Lord Lynborough is not disposed to acquiesce in any obstruction being raised to his continued use of it.

(usually plural) a polite expression of desire for someone's welfare

From this reading THE MESSAGE OF A PADLOCK “Lord Lynborough presents his compliments to her Excellency the Marchesa di San Servolo.

without stop or interruption

From this reading Lord Lynborough and his predecessors have enjoyed the use of this path by themselves, their agents, and servants, for many years back--certainly for fifty, as Lord Lynborough knows from his father and from old servants, and Lord Lynborough is not disposed to acquiesce in any obstruction being raised to his continued use of it.

the time during which someone's life continues

From this reading Lord Lynborough has learnt, with surprise and regret, that his servants have within the last two days been warned off Beach Path, and that a padlock and other obstacles have been placed on the gate leading to the path, by her Excellency’s orders.

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From this reading THE MESSAGE OF A PADLOCK “Lord Lynborough presents his compliments to her Excellency the Marchesa di San Servolo.

having made preparations

From this reading Lord Lynborough and his predecessors have enjoyed the use of this path by themselves, their agents, and servants, for many years back--certainly for fifty, as Lord Lynborough knows from his father and from old servants, and Lord Lynborough is not disposed to acquiesce in any obstruction being raised to his continued use of it.

having finished or arrived at completion

From this reading He must therefore request her Excellency to have the kindness to order that the padlock and other obstacles shall be removed, and he will be obliged by this being done before eight o’clock to-morrow morning--at which time Lord Lynborough intends to proceed by Beach Path to the sea in order to bathe.

being one more than seven

From this reading He must therefore request her Excellency to have the kindness to order that the padlock and other obstacles shall be removed, and he will be obliged by this being done before eight o’clock to-morrow morning--at which time Lord Lynborough intends to proceed by Beach Path to the sea in order to bathe.

past form of “enjoy” — derive or receive pleasure from; get enjoyment from; take pleasure in

From this reading Lord Lynborough and his predecessors have enjoyed the use of this path by themselves, their agents, and servants, for many years back--certainly for fifty, as Lord Lynborough knows from his father and from old servants, and Lord Lynborough is not disposed to acquiesce in any obstruction being raised to his continued use of it.

a title used to address dignitaries (such as ambassadors or governors); usually preceded by “Your” or “His” or “Her”

From this reading THE MESSAGE OF A PADLOCK “Lord Lynborough presents his compliments to her Excellency the Marchesa di San Servolo.

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From this reading Lord Lynborough has learnt, with surprise and regret, that his servants have within the last two days been warned off Beach Path, and that a padlock and other obstacles have been placed on the gate leading to the path, by her Excellency’s orders.

a male parent (also used as a term of address to your father)

From this reading Lord Lynborough and his predecessors have enjoyed the use of this path by themselves, their agents, and servants, for many years back--certainly for fifty, as Lord Lynborough knows from his father and from old servants, and Lord Lynborough is not disposed to acquiesce in any obstruction being raised to his continued use of it.

the cardinal number that is the product of ten and five

From this reading Lord Lynborough and his predecessors have enjoyed the use of this path by themselves, their agents, and servants, for many years back--certainly for fifty, as Lord Lynborough knows from his father and from old servants, and Lord Lynborough is not disposed to acquiesce in any obstruction being raised to his continued use of it.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Lord Lynborough and his predecessors have enjoyed the use of this path by themselves, their agents, and servants, for many years back--certainly for fifty, as Lord Lynborough knows from his father and from old servants, and Lord Lynborough is not disposed to acquiesce in any obstruction being raised to his continued use of it.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading Lord Lynborough and his predecessors have enjoyed the use of this path by themselves, their agents, and servants, for many years back--certainly for fifty, as Lord Lynborough knows from his father and from old servants, and Lord Lynborough is not disposed to acquiesce in any obstruction being raised to his continued use of it.

a movable barrier in a fence or wall

From this reading Lord Lynborough has learnt, with surprise and regret, that his servants have within the last two days been warned off Beach Path, and that a padlock and other obstacles have been placed on the gate leading to the path, by her Excellency’s orders.

the form of “have” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading Lord Lynborough has learnt, with surprise and regret, that his servants have within the last two days been warned off Beach Path, and that a padlock and other obstacles have been placed on the gate leading to the path, by her Excellency’s orders.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading Lord Lynborough has learnt, with surprise and regret, that his servants have within the last two days been warned off Beach Path, and that a padlock and other obstacles have been placed on the gate leading to the path, by her Excellency’s orders.

a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading He must therefore request her Excellency to have the kindness to order that the padlock and other obstacles shall be removed, and he will be obliged by this being done before eight o’clock to-morrow morning--at which time Lord Lynborough intends to proceed by Beach Path to the sea in order to bathe.

belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned

From this reading THE MESSAGE OF A PADLOCK “Lord Lynborough presents his compliments to her Excellency the Marchesa di San Servolo.

belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned

From this reading THE MESSAGE OF A PADLOCK “Lord Lynborough presents his compliments to her Excellency the Marchesa di San Servolo.

inside something, or within a place, period, or state

From this reading Lord Lynborough and his predecessors have enjoyed the use of this path by themselves, their agents, and servants, for many years back--certainly for fifty, as Lord Lynborough knows from his father and from old servants, and Lord Lynborough is not disposed to acquiesce in any obstruction being raised to his continued use of it.

third-person singular of “intend” — have in mind as a purpose

From this reading He must therefore request her Excellency to have the kindness to order that the padlock and other obstacles shall be removed, and he will be obliged by this being done before eight o’clock to-morrow morning--at which time Lord Lynborough intends to proceed by Beach Path to the sea in order to bathe.

the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading Lord Lynborough and his predecessors have enjoyed the use of this path by themselves, their agents, and servants, for many years back--certainly for fifty, as Lord Lynborough knows from his father and from old servants, and Lord Lynborough is not disposed to acquiesce in any obstruction being raised to his continued use of it.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading Lord Lynborough and his predecessors have enjoyed the use of this path by themselves, their agents, and servants, for many years back--certainly for fifty, as Lord Lynborough knows from his father and from old servants, and Lord Lynborough is not disposed to acquiesce in any obstruction being raised to his continued use of it.

the month following May and preceding July

From this reading Scarsmoor Castle; 13th June.”

the quality of being warmhearted and considerate and humane and sympathetic

From this reading He must therefore request her Excellency to have the kindness to order that the padlock and other obstacles shall be removed, and he will be obliged by this being done before eight o’clock to-morrow morning--at which time Lord Lynborough intends to proceed by Beach Path to the sea in order to bathe.

plural of “know” — the fact of being aware of information that is known to few people

From this reading Lord Lynborough and his predecessors have enjoyed the use of this path by themselves, their agents, and servants, for many years back--certainly for fifty, as Lord Lynborough knows from his father and from old servants, and Lord Lynborough is not disposed to acquiesce in any obstruction being raised to his continued use of it.

immediately past

From this reading Lord Lynborough has learnt, with surprise and regret, that his servants have within the last two days been warned off Beach Path, and that a padlock and other obstacles have been placed on the gate leading to the path, by her Excellency’s orders.

indicating the most important performer or role

From this reading Lord Lynborough has learnt, with surprise and regret, that his servants have within the last two days been warned off Beach Path, and that a padlock and other obstacles have been placed on the gate leading to the path, by her Excellency’s orders.

inflected form of “learn” — gain knowledge or skills

From this reading Lord Lynborough has learnt, with surprise and regret, that his servants have within the last two days been warned off Beach Path, and that a padlock and other obstacles have been placed on the gate leading to the path, by her Excellency’s orders.

terms referring to the Judeo-Christian God

From this reading THE MESSAGE OF A PADLOCK “Lord Lynborough presents his compliments to her Excellency the Marchesa di San Servolo.

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From this reading THE MESSAGE OF A PADLOCK “Lord Lynborough presents his compliments to her Excellency the Marchesa di San Servolo.

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “as” or “too” or “so” or “that”; amounting to a large but indefinite number

From this reading Lord Lynborough and his predecessors have enjoyed the use of this path by themselves, their agents, and servants, for many years back--certainly for fifty, as Lord Lynborough knows from his father and from old servants, and Lord Lynborough is not disposed to acquiesce in any obstruction being raised to his continued use of it.

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From this reading THE MESSAGE OF A PADLOCK “Lord Lynborough presents his compliments to her Excellency the Marchesa di San Servolo.

a communication (usually brief) that is written or spoken or signaled

From this reading THE MESSAGE OF A PADLOCK “Lord Lynborough presents his compliments to her Excellency the Marchesa di San Servolo.

the time period between dawn and noon

From this reading He must therefore request her Excellency to have the kindness to order that the padlock and other obstacles shall be removed, and he will be obliged by this being done before eight o’clock to-morrow morning--at which time Lord Lynborough intends to proceed by Beach Path to the sea in order to bathe.

used to say something is necessary, or almost certainly true

From this reading He must therefore request her Excellency to have the kindness to order that the padlock and other obstacles shall be removed, and he will be obliged by this being done before eight o’clock to-morrow morning--at which time Lord Lynborough intends to proceed by Beach Path to the sea in order to bathe.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Lord Lynborough and his predecessors have enjoyed the use of this path by themselves, their agents, and servants, for many years back--certainly for fifty, as Lord Lynborough knows from his father and from old servants, and Lord Lynborough is not disposed to acquiesce in any obstruction being raised to his continued use of it.

according to the clock

From this reading He must therefore request her Excellency to have the kindness to order that the padlock and other obstacles shall be removed, and he will be obliged by this being done before eight o’clock to-morrow morning--at which time Lord Lynborough intends to proceed by Beach Path to the sea in order to bathe.

under a moral obligation to do something

From this reading He must therefore request her Excellency to have the kindness to order that the padlock and other obstacles shall be removed, and he will be obliged by this being done before eight o’clock to-morrow morning--at which time Lord Lynborough intends to proceed by Beach Path to the sea in order to bathe.

plural of “obstacle” — something immaterial that stands in the way and must be circumvented or surmounted

From this reading Lord Lynborough has learnt, with surprise and regret, that his servants have within the last two days been warned off Beach Path, and that a padlock and other obstacles have been placed on the gate leading to the path, by her Excellency’s orders.

any structure that makes progress difficult

From this reading Lord Lynborough and his predecessors have enjoyed the use of this path by themselves, their agents, and servants, for many years back--certainly for fifty, as Lord Lynborough knows from his father and from old servants, and Lord Lynborough is not disposed to acquiesce in any obstruction being raised to his continued use of it.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading THE MESSAGE OF A PADLOCK “Lord Lynborough presents his compliments to her Excellency the Marchesa di San Servolo.

from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)

From this reading Lord Lynborough has learnt, with surprise and regret, that his servants have within the last two days been warned off Beach Path, and that a padlock and other obstacles have been placed on the gate leading to the path, by her Excellency’s orders.

(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age

From this reading Lord Lynborough and his predecessors have enjoyed the use of this path by themselves, their agents, and servants, for many years back--certainly for fifty, as Lord Lynborough knows from his father and from old servants, and Lord Lynborough is not disposed to acquiesce in any obstruction being raised to his continued use of it.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading Lord Lynborough has learnt, with surprise and regret, that his servants have within the last two days been warned off Beach Path, and that a padlock and other obstacles have been placed on the gate leading to the path, by her Excellency’s orders.

(often plural) a command given by a superior (e.g., a military or law enforcement officer) that must be obeyed

From this reading He must therefore request her Excellency to have the kindness to order that the padlock and other obstacles shall be removed, and he will be obliged by this being done before eight o’clock to-morrow morning--at which time Lord Lynborough intends to proceed by Beach Path to the sea in order to bathe.

plural of “order” — (often plural) a command given by a superior (e.g., a military or law enforcement officer) that must be obeyed

From this reading Lord Lynborough has learnt, with surprise and regret, that his servants have within the last two days been warned off Beach Path, and that a padlock and other obstacles have been placed on the gate leading to the path, by her Excellency’s orders.

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading Lord Lynborough has learnt, with surprise and regret, that his servants have within the last two days been warned off Beach Path, and that a padlock and other obstacles have been placed on the gate leading to the path, by her Excellency’s orders.

a detachable lock; has a hinged shackle that can be passed through the staple of a hasp or the links in a chain and then snapped shut

From this reading THE MESSAGE OF A PADLOCK “Lord Lynborough presents his compliments to her Excellency the Marchesa di San Servolo.

a course of conduct

From this reading Lord Lynborough has learnt, with surprise and regret, that his servants have within the last two days been warned off Beach Path, and that a padlock and other obstacles have been placed on the gate leading to the path, by her Excellency’s orders.

situated in a particular spot or position

From this reading Lord Lynborough has learnt, with surprise and regret, that his servants have within the last two days been warned off Beach Path, and that a padlock and other obstacles have been placed on the gate leading to the path, by her Excellency’s orders.

plural of “predecessor” — one who precedes you in time (as in holding a position or office)

From this reading Lord Lynborough and his predecessors have enjoyed the use of this path by themselves, their agents, and servants, for many years back--certainly for fifty, as Lord Lynborough knows from his father and from old servants, and Lord Lynborough is not disposed to acquiesce in any obstruction being raised to his continued use of it.

plural of “present” — the period of time that is happening now; any continuous stretch of time including the moment of speech

From this reading THE MESSAGE OF A PADLOCK “Lord Lynborough presents his compliments to her Excellency the Marchesa di San Servolo.

continue talking

From this reading He must therefore request her Excellency to have the kindness to order that the padlock and other obstacles shall be removed, and he will be obliged by this being done before eight o’clock to-morrow morning--at which time Lord Lynborough intends to proceed by Beach Path to the sea in order to bathe.

located or moved above the surround or above the normal position

From this reading Lord Lynborough and his predecessors have enjoyed the use of this path by themselves, their agents, and servants, for many years back--certainly for fifty, as Lord Lynborough knows from his father and from old servants, and Lord Lynborough is not disposed to acquiesce in any obstruction being raised to his continued use of it.

feel remorse for; feel sorry for; be contrite about

From this reading Lord Lynborough has learnt, with surprise and regret, that his servants have within the last two days been warned off Beach Path, and that a padlock and other obstacles have been placed on the gate leading to the path, by her Excellency’s orders.

separated in relationship by a given degree of descent

From this reading He must therefore request her Excellency to have the kindness to order that the padlock and other obstacles shall be removed, and he will be obliged by this being done before eight o’clock to-morrow morning--at which time Lord Lynborough intends to proceed by Beach Path to the sea in order to bathe.

express the need or desire for

From this reading He must therefore request her Excellency to have the kindness to order that the padlock and other obstacles shall be removed, and he will be obliged by this being done before eight o’clock to-morrow morning--at which time Lord Lynborough intends to proceed by Beach Path to the sea in order to bathe.

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From this reading THE MESSAGE OF A PADLOCK “Lord Lynborough presents his compliments to her Excellency the Marchesa di San Servolo.

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From this reading Scarsmoor Castle; 13th June.”

a division of an ocean or a large body of salt water partially enclosed by land

From this reading He must therefore request her Excellency to have the kindness to order that the padlock and other obstacles shall be removed, and he will be obliged by this being done before eight o’clock to-morrow morning--at which time Lord Lynborough intends to proceed by Beach Path to the sea in order to bathe.

plural of “servant” — a person working in the service of another (especially in the household)

From this reading Lord Lynborough has learnt, with surprise and regret, that his servants have within the last two days been warned off Beach Path, and that a padlock and other obstacles have been placed on the gate leading to the path, by her Excellency’s orders.

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From this reading THE MESSAGE OF A PADLOCK “Lord Lynborough presents his compliments to her Excellency the Marchesa di San Servolo.

used with I and we for the future, or to offer and suggest

From this reading He must therefore request her Excellency to have the kindness to order that the padlock and other obstacles shall be removed, and he will be obliged by this being done before eight o’clock to-morrow morning--at which time Lord Lynborough intends to proceed by Beach Path to the sea in order to bathe.

the astonishment you feel when something totally unexpected happens to you

From this reading Lord Lynborough has learnt, with surprise and regret, that his servants have within the last two days been warned off Beach Path, and that a padlock and other obstacles have been placed on the gate leading to the path, by her Excellency’s orders.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Lord Lynborough has learnt, with surprise and regret, that his servants have within the last two days been warned off Beach Path, and that a padlock and other obstacles have been placed on the gate leading to the path, by her Excellency’s orders.

used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind

From this reading THE MESSAGE OF A PADLOCK “Lord Lynborough presents his compliments to her Excellency the Marchesa di San Servolo.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading Lord Lynborough and his predecessors have enjoyed the use of this path by themselves, their agents, and servants, for many years back--certainly for fifty, as Lord Lynborough knows from his father and from old servants, and Lord Lynborough is not disposed to acquiesce in any obstruction being raised to his continued use of it.

used when the people doing the action are also its object

From this reading Lord Lynborough and his predecessors have enjoyed the use of this path by themselves, their agents, and servants, for many years back--certainly for fifty, as Lord Lynborough knows from his father and from old servants, and Lord Lynborough is not disposed to acquiesce in any obstruction being raised to his continued use of it.

for that reason; as a result

From this reading He must therefore request her Excellency to have the kindness to order that the padlock and other obstacles shall be removed, and he will be obliged by this being done before eight o’clock to-morrow morning--at which time Lord Lynborough intends to proceed by Beach Path to the sea in order to bathe.

used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned

From this reading Lord Lynborough and his predecessors have enjoyed the use of this path by themselves, their agents, and servants, for many years back--certainly for fifty, as Lord Lynborough knows from his father and from old servants, and Lord Lynborough is not disposed to acquiesce in any obstruction being raised to his continued use of it.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading He must therefore request her Excellency to have the kindness to order that the padlock and other obstacles shall be removed, and he will be obliged by this being done before eight o’clock to-morrow morning--at which time Lord Lynborough intends to proceed by Beach Path to the sea in order to bathe.

used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive

From this reading THE MESSAGE OF A PADLOCK “Lord Lynborough presents his compliments to her Excellency the Marchesa di San Servolo.

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From this reading He must therefore request her Excellency to have the kindness to order that the padlock and other obstacles shall be removed, and he will be obliged by this being done before eight o’clock to-morrow morning--at which time Lord Lynborough intends to proceed by Beach Path to the sea in order to bathe.

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number

From this reading Lord Lynborough has learnt, with surprise and regret, that his servants have within the last two days been warned off Beach Path, and that a padlock and other obstacles have been placed on the gate leading to the path, by her Excellency’s orders.

the act of using

From this reading Lord Lynborough and his predecessors have enjoyed the use of this path by themselves, their agents, and servants, for many years back--certainly for fifty, as Lord Lynborough knows from his father and from old servants, and Lord Lynborough is not disposed to acquiesce in any obstruction being raised to his continued use of it.

past form of “warn” — notify of danger, potential harm, or risk

From this reading Lord Lynborough has learnt, with surprise and regret, that his servants have within the last two days been warned off Beach Path, and that a padlock and other obstacles have been placed on the gate leading to the path, by her Excellency’s orders.

used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned

From this reading He must therefore request her Excellency to have the kindness to order that the padlock and other obstacles shall be removed, and he will be obliged by this being done before eight o’clock to-morrow morning--at which time Lord Lynborough intends to proceed by Beach Path to the sea in order to bathe.

used to talk about the future, or about willingness

From this reading He must therefore request her Excellency to have the kindness to order that the padlock and other obstacles shall be removed, and he will be obliged by this being done before eight o’clock to-morrow morning--at which time Lord Lynborough intends to proceed by Beach Path to the sea in order to bathe.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Lord Lynborough has learnt, with surprise and regret, that his servants have within the last two days been warned off Beach Path, and that a padlock and other obstacles have been placed on the gate leading to the path, by her Excellency’s orders.

inside; before a period of time has passed

From this reading Lord Lynborough has learnt, with surprise and regret, that his servants have within the last two days been warned off Beach Path, and that a padlock and other obstacles have been placed on the gate leading to the path, by her Excellency’s orders.

a late time of life

From this reading Lord Lynborough and his predecessors have enjoyed the use of this path by themselves, their agents, and servants, for many years back--certainly for fifty, as Lord Lynborough knows from his father and from old servants, and Lord Lynborough is not disposed to acquiesce in any obstruction being raised to his continued use of it.