Here are some examples of words using this root that relate to being separate from the public:
* Seclude: To keep someone or something apart from others.
* Secretive: Inclined to keep things secret or hidden from the public.
* Segregate: To separate people into different groups based on race, religion, etc.
While "se-" doesn't directly translate to "public," it captures the essence of separation and isolation, which are key aspects of being apart from the public.