noun
sexual lubricant; lube
Wasei-eigo from 'love lotion'; refers specifically to lubricant for sexual activity. Casual term.
wasei-eigo (Japanese-coined English), from love lotion
ラブローションを買うのは少し恥ずかしい。
Buying sexual lubricant is a little embarrassing.
Variant with interpunct; less common but still seen.
General term for lubricant; can be used in medical or mechanical contexts, not specifically sexual.
Wasei-eigo from English 'love lotion'.