periaktos
noun
peri·ak·tos
\ˌperēˈaktəs\
Definition of periaktos
periaktoi
\-ˌtȯi\: a 3-sided revolving apparatus painted with scenery and used at each side of the stage in ancient Greek theaters
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Origin and Etymology of periaktos
Greek, from periaktos revolving, from periagein to lead around, turn around, from peri- + agein to lead, drive — more at agent
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