also: やしゆ
noun
Refers to the oil extracted from coconut meat. Often used in cooking, cosmetics, and traditional medicine.
See also: ココナッツオイル
ヤシ油は高温調理に向いています。
Coconut oil is suitable for high-heat cooking.
この石鹸にはヤシ油が使われている。
This soap is made with coconut oil.
Synonymous loanword from English; often used interchangeably, but ヤシ油 may sound slightly more traditional or technical.
Compound of ヤシ (coconut palm) and 油 (oil).