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Sultana refers to a small dried grape without seeds, used in cakes and other baked goods.
According to Oxford Learners Dictionaries, the term also has a cultural significance. Recently, the name Sultana has been in the news due to a controversy surrounding a cartoon depiction of Zarah Sultana, a British politician, which was deemed racist by many. Additionally, the name Sultana has gained popularity as a given name, particularly in Arabic cultures, where it means 'Ruler' or 'Empress'. A definition from Oxford Learners Dictionaries provides more context on the term's usage.