Asymmetrical warfare
warfare in which opposing groups or nations have unequal military resources, and the weaker opponent uses unconventional weapons and tactics, as terrorism, to exploit the vulnerabilities of the enemy.
Contemporary Examples
I will bring unconventional and asymmetrical warfare to those in LAPD uniform whether on or off duty.
Rogue L.A. Cop’s Facebook Manifesto: ‘You Will Now Live the Life of Prey’ The Daily Beast February 7, 2013
noun
warfare between a powerful military force and a weak guerilla force
noun
a conflict in which a much weaker opponent uses unorthodox or surprise tactics to attack the weak points of the much stronger opponent, esp. involving terrorism, guerilla warfare, etc.
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