scout (out/around) தேடு tēṭu (teeḍu) (3 tr) search through an area to seek out resources etc.; look around for s.t.; watch or explore carefully in order to obtain information: reconnoiter; seek candidate(s) for a job
Usage:
விறகைத் தேடி அலைந்தான் viṟakait tēṭi alaintāṉ verahe teeḍi alenjaan He scouted around for firewood.