Definition: The word "Apuleius" means "a man," as in "the Apulei," a Greek writer, but it's also often used to refer to an author or historian, specifically a Roman historian named Lucius Apuleius. The precise meaning can vary based on the context and literary tradition. In this case, the word is used metaphorically, indicating someone with great knowledge of history, especially in the context of the life and times of ancient Rome.