scout (out/around)தேடுtēṭu(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 அலைந்தான்viṟakait tēṭi alaintāṉ
verahe teeḍi alenjaan
He scouted around for firewood.