This is the 11th most frequent Hebrew word.
עד
The Hebrew word "עד" can mean "witness," "eternity," or "until," depending on context.
In this sentence, 'עד' signifies a temporal limit.
חיכינו עד שיחזור הבית.
We waited until he returned home.
Here, 'עד' is used as a noun meaning 'witness.'
בתקופה העתיקה, היה נהוג למסור מסר עד עדים.
In ancient times, it was customary to deliver a message to witnesses.
Here, 'עד' is used to indicate distance or a limit up to a point.