used to indicate a starting point, e.g.:
a place where a physical movement or action begins
They came here from the city
a starting point in measuring or reckoning
These cost from £5 to £10
There were from 60 to 80 people
Come a week from today
used to indicate separation or removal
They live miles from anywhere
Take a glass from the cupboard
used to indicate a source, cause, or basis
He suffers from gout
The pudding is made from simple ingredients
[Old English]