Light short-barrelled shoulder rifle formerly used by cavalry (7)
I believe the answer is:
carbine
(Other definitions for carbine that I've seen before include "A short light automatic rifle" , "Light automatic rifle -- nice bra (anag)" .)
I've seen this clue in The Mirror.
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