What does the cryptic crossword clue "Worms dog, angry-looking figure (7)" mean?

The definition is "figure". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). HUND (synonym="‘dog’ in Worms, Germany") + RED (synonym="angry-looking") = HUNDRED; definition: "figure" The answer is HUNDRED.

Worms dog, angry-looking figure (7)

Times Cryptic #28991 | 28 Across | 2024-08-09 flower

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