Corn units

EARS

["**Hint:** They grow in fields and hold kernels, but you won’t find them on a stalk of wheat.\n\n*(This hint guides the solver toward thinking about parts of corn without directly stating \"ear\" or repeating the original clue. It also subtly differentiates corn from other grains to narrow the focus.)*"]

The clue **"Corn units"** leads to the answer **"EARS"** through a clever play on words. - **Literal Meaning**: In agriculture, an "ear" is the part of a corn plant that contains the kernels, making it a unit of corn. - **Wordplay**: The word "ear" also refers to the human organ for hearing, but in this context, it specifically relates to corn. Thus, the answer **"EARS"** fits because it directly describes the units of corn. The clue relies on the solver recognizing the agricultural term for corn's structure.