lightly armed

/ˈlaɪtli ɑːrmd/
adjective
  1. Carrying only small or few weapons, not heavily equipped for combat.
    • The lightly-armed scouts moved quickly through the forest.
    • In ancient times, lightly-armed soldiers were often used for skirmishes.
    • The patrol was lightly-armed, carrying only pistols and radios.
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