Halibut is the common name for three flatfish in the genera Hippoglossus and Reinhardtius from the family of right-eye flounders and, in some regions, and less commonly, other species of large flatfish.
The word is derived from haly (holy) and butte (flat fish), for its popularity on Catholic holy days.[1] Halibut are demersal fish and are highly regarded as a food fish as well as a sport fish.[1][2][3][4]
The name "halibut" means "holy flatfish". It came from halibut being a popular food fish on holy days in England during early times.
In England, halibut has always been popular...
Fish can provide an economical main dish. Have boiled, baked or fried fish, or like most folks, choose cod, halibut, or ocean perch. They're the three most popular fish varieties[permanent dead link]
He and his son ... expect hungry hordes, especially for the halibut, the most popular fish on the menu.