meaning - What's the difference between "my love" and "my lover"?

What's the difference between "my love" and "my lover" ? Or do they have the same meaning ?

Answer

'Lover' implies a sexual relationship. 'Love' does not, at least not necessarily.

You could call your lover your love with no problems arising. But if your love is, say, your child, you wouldn't want to call your love your lover!