outgun

verb (used with object), out·gunned, out·gun·ning.

1. to exceed in firepower.
2. to outdo or overwhelm, as by superior forces: Local manufacturers have been outgunned by the overseas competition.

verb -guns, -gunning or -gunned (tr)

1. to surpass in fire power
2. to surpass in shooting
3. informal to surpass or excel

v.1690s, from out (adv.) + gun. Related: Outgunned; outgunning.