What does the cryptic crossword clue "Massage oil in bed — don't get so excited! (4,2)" mean?

The definition is "don't get so excited". The wordplay uses an anagram. anagram of OIL (synonym="OIL") + COT (synonym="COT") = COOLIT; definition: "don't get so excited!" The answer is COOLIT.

Massage oil in bed — don't get so excited! (4,2)

Guardian Cryptic #29074 | 10 Across | 2023-05-19 flower

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