I have dozens of ears, but I cannot hear a whisper. I wear golden silk, but I have no use for clothes. Strip off my green autumn husk and you will find rows of yellow jewels ready for the harvest table. What am I?
An ear of corn
A corn plant produces 'ears' with 'silk' fibers, but lacks hearing, and is a staple food of the autumn harvest.
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