armed combat

• Termo que designa combate ou ação militar com uso de armas, como armas de fogo, facas ou outras armas brancas, em oposição ao combate corpo a corpo.

A term referring to fighting or warfare that involves the use of weapons, such as firearms, knives, or other handheld arms, as opposed to unarmed combat.

1. Fighting with weaponsB2formal

   A form of combat or fighting that involves the use of weapons, such as swords, knives, or firearms.

   combate armado

   • The soldiers trained in armed combat for months.
   • Armed combat requires both skill and strategy.
   • Historical reenactments often feature armed combat with swords.

2. Martial arts disciplineB2formal

   A specific discipline or sport that focuses on fighting with weapons, often practiced for self-defense or competition.

   Combate armado

   • He practices a form of armed combat called kendo.
   • Armed combat competitions are held at international martial arts events.
   • Learning armed combat can improve coordination and focus.